Impact

Recognition earned through operational deployment.

Recognition, mentorship, and shipped systems grounded in responsible AI, operational reliability, and governance-first architecture.

Evidence At A Glance

External validation, leadership, and real-world delivery.

2

International awards and nominations

Recognition from Forttuna Global Excellence Awards and Indian Tech Society for innovation and technology contribution.

14+ years

Professional software development

Experience spanning mobile development, backend systems, and platform architecture across enterprise and startup environments.

Multiple

Production platforms deployed

Built and shipped operational systems including AppDeploy, AXOS, and ElderConnect+ serving real organizations.

Founder

ScotiTech

Built and led products spanning AI governance, internal app distribution, and community-focused digital infrastructure.

Mentor

NASSCOM program

Selected to support early-stage technology startups through technical mentorship.

Digital Trustee

Third sector and advisory work

Digital Trustee and advisory work across mission-led organisations and community-focused technology initiatives.

Certified

App Security Integrator

Talsec certification recognising practical mobile app security integration with RASP tooling.

Mentorship & Advisory Relationships

Trusted guidance around responsible AI and product direction.

Dheeraj Rathee

Head of AI Strategy at Sensiwise AI and Chief Technology Officer at Provide Digital

Provides ongoing mentorship and strategic guidance on responsible AI, governance-first product design, and regulated-environment deployment.

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Recognition

Awards and external recognition.

2025

FORTUNA® Global Excellence Awards - Next-Gen Innovator of the Year

Technology | United Kingdom | Business Leaders | 2025 Global Edition.

FORTUNA® Global Excellence Awards - Next-Gen Innovator of the Year

2026

FORTUNA® Global Excellence Awards - AI Innovation Leader of the Year (Nominee)

Business Leaders Edition | United Kingdom | Technology Category | Nominated for AI Innovation Leader of the Year.

2023

Indian Tech Society Award

Certificate of Recognition for outstanding contributions to the UK tech sector, recognised for exceptional talent, impactful innovation, and community leadership as an Indian technologist.

Indian Tech Society Award

2025

Talsec Certified App Security Integrator

Recognised for successful integration of the Talsec Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP) SDK. Certified on April 8, 2025.

Talsec Certified App Security Integrator

Leadership & Ecosystem Contribution

2024

NASSCOM Mentor for Emerging Startups

Selected as technical mentor supporting early-stage technology startups through NASSCOM's mentorship program.

2026

Digital Trustee (Volunteer), TravelHands

Serving as a Digital Trustee for TravelHands and supporting the development of an AI-based booking journey system to improve accessibility, trust, and operational usability.

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2025

Identified by CISL & BSI Sustainability Accelerator

Invited by the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership & BSI accelerator to apply based on relevance of platform architecture work in transparency and data-integrity systems.

Public Writing & Speaking

2025

PNB MetLife Knowledge Exchange

Talk: How Teams Actually Use AI & Digital Workspaces — shared practical adoption patterns, operational constraints, and what makes AI useful inside real enterprise workflows.

PNB MetLife Knowledge Exchange

2025

University Guest Lecture

Practical Use of AI: What Works, What Doesn't — an experience-led perspective on real-world AI beyond hype.

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University Guest Lecture

2026

Published Article: Rethinking Responsible Innovation in the Age of AI

Published by The Tech Founders on building technology people can trust. Covers transparency, privacy-by-design, sustainability, and human-centered AI principles for startup founders.

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2026

DZone: SaaS AI Risks and Losing Control of Data

Public article on how AI-enabled SaaS can weaken governance, increase data risk, and erode operational control when organisations rely on systems they do not fully own.

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Products Shipped

2025

AppDeploy: Internal application distribution without MDM dependency or private hosting

Led and developed AppDeploy through ScotiTech as a novel approach to enterprise app distribution without device enrollment, solving deployment friction in regulated environments. Shipped with paid pilots proving market demand.

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2025

AXOS: Private AI workspace architecture

Led and developed AXOS through ScotiTech as a private AI workspace architecture for controlled environments, solving the deployment constraint for regulated organizations where external AI processing is unacceptable.

2023

ElderConnect+: Shared coordination layer for independent living

Built a community-focused coordination layer for everyday support where family, neighbours, and helpers can manage small requests through clear, predictable interactions. Deployed with real users.

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2025

Knowledge Platform (Open Source)

Built and open-sourced enterprise-grade knowledge management system with advanced RBAC, OAuth2 integration, and comprehensive security features. Full-stack TypeScript implementation demonstrating production-ready architecture patterns.

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2019

SwiftUIArchitecture

Published a real-world SwiftUI architecture reference implementation, showcasing modern patterns for state management, modular design, and maintainable UI composition.

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14+ years

Production systems architecture and platform innovation

Built production systems across mobile, backend, and distributed infrastructure with a focus on reliability, data sovereignty, and maintainable ownership. Led architecture decisions for long-term scalability, compliance constraints, and real-world operational uptime.

Open Source & Technical Contribution

Technical depth beyond commercial work.

Knowledge Platform

Enterprise-grade knowledge management system with deep technical documentation and deployment guides.

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Third-Party Validation

What peers and collaborators have said.

Working alongside Pradeep has been nothing short of inspiring. His technical acumen as an iOS developer, coupled with his strategic vision as the founder of ScotiTech, sets him apart as an industry leader and an innovator. Pradeep's dedication to delivering top-notch solutions is evident in every project he undertakes, be it through his proficiency in Swift, SwiftUI, and Objective-C, or his advocacy for solid software principles. Beyond his technical capabilities, Pradeep is a natural leader and a highly collaborative team player. In the time I've had the pleasure of working with him at BUSINESSNEXT, I've witnessed firsthand his willingness to listen, mentor, and drive forward-thinking initiatives that create tangible value. Pradeep's resilience, combined with his innovative spirit, makes him an invaluable asset to any team and an inspiration to all who have the opportunity to work with him.

Nitin Garg

Enterprise Integration Tech Manager at Agdata

I've had the pleasure of collaborating closely with Pradeep at BusinessNext, where he consistently demonstrates technical excellence and a relentless commitment to quality. His expertise in iOS development, including mastery of Swift and Objective-C, has been crucial in advancing our mobile application projects. Pradeep approaches every challenge with a solution-focused mindset, ensuring that our projects are not only delivered on time but also optimized for the best user experience. One of Pradeep's standout qualities is his adaptability within our agile environment. Whether it's streamlining app features or integrating complex functionalities, he brings a level of precision and innovation that has greatly enhanced our product capabilities. His collaborative nature and dedication make him a key asset to our team at BusinessNext. I am confident that Pradeep will continue to make a profound impact in any role he takes on, and it's been a privilege to work alongside him.

Naveen Kumar

Technical Manager @ BUSINESSNEXT | MTech in Data Science & Engineering

I had the pleasure of working closely with Pradeep Dahiya at CRMNext, where he served as an iOS Lead. Pradeep is a highly skilled iOS developer with a strong understanding of Swift, app architecture, performance optimization, and product-level development. What truly sets him apart is not just his technical expertise, but his calm, supportive, and professional nature. He leads by example, mentors team members effectively, and always approaches challenges with a problem-solving mindset. His ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver high-quality features on time makes him a valuable asset to any product-based organization.

Aashish Tyagi

Mobile Tech Enthusiast | 9+ Years in iOS Development | Expert in Swift, Objective-C, AI & ML, and Agile Practices