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Yogesh Dipankar

I am Yogesh Dipankar, the Chief Technology Officer and Site Head at Spiro Technology & Innovation Hub, Pune, overseeing Software Development, CRM, Mobile Platforms, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, AI Data Monetization, Maps, and IoT Telematics for connected assets like vehicles, batteries, smart swap stations, home chargers, and fast chargers.

I work closely with the CEO, CFO, and CHRO to define and execute Spiro’s global strategy, driving innovation and aligning technology with business goals.

In Data Monetization team we are focussing on building AI Products and ChatBots using AI, ML, LLM, GenAI that can increase the productivity.

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About Me

I am Yogesh Dipankar, the Chief Technology Officer and Site Head at Spiro Technology & Innovation Hub, Pune, overseeing Software Development, CRM, Mobile Platforms, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, AI Data Monetization, Maps, and IoT Telematics for connected assets like vehicles, batteries, smart swap stations, home chargers, and fast chargers.

I work closely with the CEO, CFO, and CHRO to define and execute Spiro’s global strategy, driving innovation and aligning technology with business goals.

My expertise spans AI Data, Teleamtics, Cloud, Embedded Software, Middleware, and Mapping Technologies.

My Career
2024

(Spiro India ) : Chief Technology Officer

Jan. 2025 - Present

https://spironet.com/

(Spiro India ) Mobilite Smart Solutions India Private Limited · Full-time

( Equitane ) : Director

Jan 2024 - Present

Equitane, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Director at Equitane Group, At Equitane, we’re a dynamic conglomerate deeply invested in fostering progress in Africa and beyond. We specialize in identifying opportunities and turning them into big projects that make a real economic impact.

Equitane Group has varied bussiness from infrastructure, power and gas, electric vehicles, renewable energy, textiles, agribusiness, healthcare, to sustainable mining, we incubate the potential in our subsidiaries to encourage growth across a wide range of sectors and geographies. Our mission is straightforward: we want to help countries grow economically and socially. That means creating jobs, training young people, and assisting governments to achieve their national development goals,

2023

(Spiro India ) : Director

Aug 2023 - Present

(Spiro India ) Mobilite Smart Solutions India Private Limited · Full-time

Board Of Directors – Mobilite Smart Solutions
India Private Limited ( Spiro India )

(SPIRO) Global Head : IoT Telematics, Maps & AI Data Monetization

Jul. 2023 - Dec. 2024

https://spironet.com/
SPIRO is a venture innovating for a cleaner planet; between India, the UAE, multiple countries in Africa, the UK, and Israel – by manufacturing and deploying fleets of electric motorcycles and battery-swapping stations (so far in Benin, Togo, Rwanda, and counting), along the way aiming to create thousands of jobs across the African continent.
Spiro has 200 swap stations in Benin, 125 swap stations in Togo, and has already secured 30 swap stations in Kigali, Rwanda. To fund these operations, Spiro raised $60 million from its main shareholder, the Equitane, based in Abu Dhabi. Equitane is an investment company that aims to bring solutions to the problems hampering African development. To do so, it will invest, alone or with co- investors, in assets supporting the continent’s industrialization and economic development, while keeping a strong commitment to environmental and social sustainability. Spiro is currently in discussions for a new funding round with several private equity funds, where it plans to raise about $250 million to fund its growth. Spiro has now grown to more than 2,000 employees in all markets.

2022

(Ola Electric) Director : Telematics Solution Head | Maps | Autonomous Cars | Ola Automation : Industry 4.0

Feb 2022 - Aug 2023

Ola Electric · Full-time, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Working on multiple areas like Telematics, Real Time Analytics, Automation, Factory 4.0, Digital Twin, Data Platform Services and Business Intelligence Platform setup from scratch to a full fledged product that can be served to our customers

2018

(Maersk) Solution Architect : Lead Data Engineer

Sep 2018 - Feb 2022

A.P. Moller – Maersk · Full-time, Pune Area, India

~ Technology Stack ~
– Azure DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines
_ Databricks, Spark, Scala
– Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse
– Power BI & Data Modeling
– Azure Paas, Azure apps
– Azure AAD, B2C, B2B for internal and external customer authorization
– Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Data Science to build the intelligence
– APIGEE for gateway management

2016

(Technova Softwares) Startup Mentor

Feb 2016 - Jan 2022

Technova Softwares · Part-time, Pune, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

Startup Mentor to Madhuri ( CEO and CTO ) and her team regarding Technology Landscape, Project Management, Best Practices, Cloud, Mobile App, Big Data Technologies, Deliverables

Skills: Software Development · Agile Methodologies

2007

(Cognizant Technology Solutions ) Technical Project Manager

Jan 2007 - Dec 2014

Cognizant Technology Solutions, Pune, London, New York, Florida

Technology : Java, Oracle, Spring, Unix, JMS, Disruptor, Executor, WSO2,Spring Integration, Informatica, Business Objects

Work Location : Project : Duration
Pune JPMC Payment Framework [ GPAF] Jan – Dec 2014
Pune JPMC Payment Hub DF and FX Mar – Dec 2013
Florida, USA JPMC Payment Hub DF Nov’12 – Feb 2013
New York, USA Credit Suisse – GMIS May ’10 – Oct 2012
Pune Credit Suisse – GMIS Jan ’09 – Apr 2010
London, UK Credit Suisse – New Build Nov ’07- Dec 2008
Pune Credit Suiise – Research & Quotes Jan ’07 – Nov 2007

2004

(Persistent Systems) Member of Technical Staff

Dec 2004 - Dec 2006

Persistent Systems · Full-time, Pune, India

Software design and development of Heartbeat Presenter using Java/J2EE , Webservices , Oracle, SQL Server 2000. Also got an opportunity to mentor and lead Mtech Interns on J2EE & Web-services upskilling, design, development and deployment

Heartbeat Presenter™ is an easy to use web-based tool that allows user to create dynamic custom PowerPoint® presentations and PDF documents online. Users may quickly locate specific slides, media files and other documents from a categorized and searchable online repository. Selected content may then be quickly assembled into a custom PowerPoint® presentation or PDF document, which may then be downloaded to any personal computer.

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Events

Industry 5.0 Summit & Awards, Pune 2025 - Yogesh Dipankar (CTO, Spiro )

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Transforming Asset Financing with AI: A New Era for Financial Inclusion & Electric Mobility

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Happy New Year and Happy New Office to all the proud Spironauts “SPIRO”

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Campus interview and interaction at COEP Technological University Pune | Location : Pune

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SPIRO, Africa’s largest EV company, has been honored with a spot on the prestigious TIME 100 Most Influential Companies of 2024!

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Guest Lecturer on topics like Cloud Computing, AI, ML, Big Data Engineering

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First Tech Workshop at Ola Campus Pune

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Conducted a 2 Day Digital Transformation Cloud Computing Session for Maersk Tech

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Announcing SPIRO’s New Technology Hub in Nigeria!

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SPIRO has just launched a cutting-edge electric bike assembly hub and academy in Nairobi!

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3 CEO’s visit to Spiro Pune Technology and Innovation Hub Baner.

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Services & Skills

Interview Prep & Tips

If you have an Interview due soon and feel unprepared, don’t worry because I’ve got you. In this call, I give you solid tips and discuss the frequently asked questions which will help you get an idea of the process, build confidence and ace the interview for the job/internship you’ve been eyeing for long.

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Resume Review

In this call, I will review your Resume through and through, help you on how to customise your resume according to the role you are applying for, suggest changes if needed, give you tips on how you can make your resume ATS friendly and solve any queries you might have related to your resume.

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Career Guidance

In this call, I will address in detail any query you may have regarding your career, any obstacles you may be facing and help you gain clarity on further steps to take and decisions to make when it comes to your planning your career.

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1:1 Mentorship

Do you have a major interview due soon but feel unprepared and anxious? Book a 1:1 call with me where I provide step-by-step actionable and practical tips to move past these momentary blocks and ace your next interview.

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Mock Interview

The best way to ace an interview is to do Mock Interviews with a friend or me! In this call, I will help you in your interview preparation for your next job/internship through a Mock Session. This session will be structured in line with the industry and role you are looking for and help you get a feel of how it really feels to be in an interview.

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Quick Chat

Want to get on a 1-on1 call with me and have a brief discussion about what I do, how I can help you or talk about any brief query you have under the umbrella of interview prep? Book a call with me and I’ll see you inside. The only reason to keep a nominal charge is to let me have a chance to speak with people who genuinely want to connect.

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Take a look at some of my skills

Technical Expertise in IoT and TelematicsExpert
Data Engineering and ManagementPro
AI and Data MonetizationIntermediate
Cybersecurity for Connected VehiclesExpert
CGIS and Mapping TechnologiesAdvanced
Strategic Thinking in EV TechnologyIntermediate
Leadership in Tech-Driven EnvironmentsPro
Project Management for Innovative SolutionsExpert
Innovation and Problem-Solving in EV SectorIntermediate
Business Acumen in Electric Vehicle MarketAdvanced

Blog

2025
7 Mar

At SPIRO (an Equitane Group company), we take immense pride in our diverse and dynamic team, with 40% of our workforce being women. Today, on account on International Women Day, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to every…

6 Feb

Shaping the Future of Manufacturing & E-Mobility with SPIROLast week, I had this incredible opportunity to speak about SPIRO’s mission and vision at the 4th Industry 5.0 Summit in Pune, alongside some of the brightest minds in manufacturing and…

30 Jan

🚀 SPIRO is Hiring for Pune, Nigeria, Kenya Tech Center – Be Part of a TIME 100 Company! 🌍🔋At SPIRO ( an Equitane group company ) , we’re driving the future of Electric Vehicles, IoT, Telematics, AI, and Data…

27 Jan

Thrilled to see the year kick off with such a bold and visionary initiative! A global hackathon focused on building the next generation cybersecurity platform aligns perfectly with SPIRO’s mission of driving innovation and inclusion. This is not just…

27 Jan

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting the Head Cybersecurity and Blockchain of Spiro, Prateek Bhamri and Faiq Ibrahim – the technology hub Lead, at the MAX headquarters in Lagos. We took them on an exclusive tour of…

24 Jan

🚨 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐬! 🚨 Have you ever dreamt of standing on the digital battlefield, outsmarting attackers, and defending systems like a true cyber warrior? Here’s your chance to turn those dreams into reality! 🌐 𝑮𝒍𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒂𝑻𝑶𝑹 by SPIRO is…

22 Jan

🚀 2 DAYS TO GLORY! 🚀📢 Calling all cybersecurity enthusiasts! Don’t miss the opportunity to register for GladiaTOR by SPIRO ( an Equitane group company ), our Capture the Flag (CTF) cybersecurity challenge. Limited seats are available, so hurry…

20 Jan

🌟 What better time than today to share some exciting news and wish you all a Happy New Year 2025 ! 🎉 🌟 I am thrilled to announce my promotion to Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at SPIRO ( an…

15 Jan

🚀 Enhancing Data Engineering Expertise! 🎓 This weekend, I dedicated time to refreshing my Data Engineering knowledge to elevate the skills necessary for renewing my Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineering Associate certification 🌐. In today’s data-driven landscape, data serves…

2024
14 Dec

Engaging with students, universities, and emerging talent has always been a passion of mine. My role at SPIRO, an Equitane group company, not only aligns with this enthusiasm but actively encourages me to connect, guide, and support young minds…

Testimonials

Patents

🚀 I’ve proudly filed over 10 patents and 3 trademarks in groundbreaking areas like IoT Telematics, Geospatial Technology, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, and Data Monetization. My innovations stretch into the realms of Cybersecurity, Blockchain, and Electric Vehicle technology, including Battery Swap Systems, Home Chargers, and Fast Chargers. ⚡ Every patent and trademark is a testament to my dedication to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, shaping the future of mobility and smart technologies. 🌟 The journey of innovation continues, driving forward with a passion for creating solutions that make a real impact! 💡

Certifications

I am a passionate trainer, who loves knowledge sharing through technical sessions and training, in past 2 decades have conducted 1000+ hours of Technical Sessions purely out of interest and passion.
I like interacting with students in universities and colleges, love sharing my Industry experience, As a leader I am adventurous and calm, like to lead from the front, have experience building multiple teams from a 0-member team to a 50+ member team. At Spiro have setup Telematics, Maps, AI Data Monetization Team from scratch, was involved right from office space hunt to a 60+ member team in Pune.
I am Microsoft certified trainer for past 3 years now. I like to upskill myself and inspire team to do so in all aspects, below is a list of technical certifications, apart from Technology work I am an artist, an advanced meditation practitioner for 20+ years, and a lifelong Yoga student. I have also completed NVC (Non-Violent Communication)

Microsoft Certified Trainer MCT for last 3+ years
Microsoft Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert: AZ-304, DevOps Engineer Expert:AZ-400
Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer: DP-203, Azure Developer Associate:AZ-204
Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals: AZ-900, Oracle Certified Associate: Oracle9i1Z0-007
Sun Certified – Java Programmer (SCJP) & Web Component Developer (SCWCD) for J2EE
Smart Stream at Bristol, UK (Banking Tool Training)
Certified Tandem Skydiver from Poconos, USA
Certified NVC Training (Non-Violent Communication)
Certified Basic and Advanced Meditation training: Practitioner for 20+ Years

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