Gaukhar M.

Gaukhar M. is an experienced technology leader with a strong background in software engineering and development, currently serving at IG Group in the cryptocurrency sector since June 2025. Prior experience includes holding the position of Head of Engineering at Smarkets, where Gaukhar shaped the trading platform and led product delivery while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Gaukhar has also served as Head of Development at Record, focusing on digital transformation and cybersecurity, and as Engineering Manager at StoneX Group Inc., driving operational efficiencies and innovation. Previous roles encompass critical engineering leadership at JPMorgan Chase & Co., senior software engineering at Emso Asset Management, and team leading at Duco. Gaukhar's early career includes development roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Microsoft. Gaukhar holds a BSc in Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering from Loughborough University and an MSc in Software Engineering from the University of Oxford.