Leshi Internet Information & Technology has hired Jaiteerth Patwari from Qualcomm to head research and development at its online retail store LeMall. Patwari will set up and head the development centre at LeMall India. Patwari worked for 14 years at Qualcomm, where he developed patents that the US Patent and Trademark Office recognized for innovations related to content monetisation and distribution. At LeEco, Jaiteerth will be responsible for innovating, developing and supporting the company's fast-paced e-commerce business.