[Culture] At Smart Owner technology meets real estate in an independent and intelligent way

The way in which something as brick and mortar (quite literally!) like real estate has converged with technology has been quite remarkable. In the last few years or so, we have seen some very innovative technology solutions enabling real estate owners to reach potential buyers and interested buyers to find the right properties at attractive prices.

Among these companies, SmartOwner is one of the most promising ones. Operating in a niche market, they have created a platform that enables people to access high-value assets. They aim to redefine the way people can engage in asset ownership by providing them with a marketplace to connect with asset sellers and other asset buyers.

While you’re getting your head wrapped around what a techie can do at a real estate company, we got Arunkumar Jayaraman, the CTO of SmartOwner to talk to us about what a techie does at his company and what’s the work culture like.

Read on –

HE: Was there a focus on a company culture since the inception of the company? If yes, what was the vision?

Arun: SmartOwner has always placed importance on setting and working towards a culture that values honesty, transparency and mutual respect.  We have an open culture where everyone is comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions.  We do not believe in a rigid hierarchy – there is a lot of independence in work and initiative is encouraged.

HE: Describe the attitude of a successful engineer at SmartOwner. What makes an engineer succeed at SmartOwner?

Arun: A successful engineer at SmartOwner would be a smart, competent, highly motivated person who is ready to be challenged every day and looking for a fast-paced environment where he can learn and grow.

HE: What keeps great engineers at SmartOwner? Why do they continue to work for you?

Arun: SmartOwner is a great place for an engineer who is looking for a challenging opportunity with the ability to work alongside top technologists such as the co-founder and CTO of Snapfish, the Chief architect of UIDAI project and the CTO of the company.

HE: What is the average day of a coder at SmartOwner?

Arun: An average day of a coder at SmartOwner will include brainstorming, ideation, and execution.  You will work on exciting and cutting edge technologies.  You will be expected to come up with creative solutions to complex problems and to take the solution from planning to implementation.

HE: What do you do for fun at SmartOwner? How important is it for the company?

Arun: SmartOwner offers a work environment that is fast-paced, dynamic and interesting. You will be part of a diverse group of colleagues who are all achievers. Although we all work hard, we also have a lot of fun both at the office and after work hours. Colleagues plan regular trips within and outside the state, hang out for dinner, movies, etc.

HE: Do you do anything special for a new recruit? How long does it take for them to settle into the new job and what do you do to make them feel at home?

Arun: We ensure that every new recruit feels at home right from the start. Our senior members take the initiative to ensure that a new colleague feels part of the team both professionally and socially.

HE: What is the unique thing about working at SmartOwner?

Arun: The unique thing about working with SmartOwner would be the high degree of independence given to each employee.  You will be working in an intellectually stimulating environment where you get to work on projects with the top minds in their respective fields and seeing your ideas take life.