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.
View profile →Recognition
Awards and external recognition.
2025
FORTUNA® Global Excellence Awards - Next-Gen Innovator of the Year
Technology | United Kingdom | Business Leaders | 2025 Global Edition.
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.

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

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.
View LinkedIn post →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.

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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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.
Read article →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.
Read article →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.
Visit AppDeploy →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.
Visit ElderConnect+ →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.
View repository →2019
SwiftUIArchitecture
Published a real-world SwiftUI architecture reference implementation, showcasing modern patterns for state management, modular design, and maintainable UI composition.
View repository →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.
View repository →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