Hi, I'm
Group Product Manager @ HackerRank
Product leader with expertise in AI, data science, and building products that empower developers. Passionate about creating meaningful user experiences and driving product strategy.
I'm a Group Product Manager at HackerRank based in Bengaluru, India. With over a decade of experience spanning product management, data science, and analytics, I'm passionate about building products that solve real problems for developers and teams.
My journey began with a Bachelor's in Computer Science and a Master's in Economics from Tufts University. I've worked at McKinsey & Company as a Data Scientist, Amazon as a Business Analyst and Product Manager, and led product at Deep Rooted.Co before joining HackerRank.
I specialize in natural language processing, data-driven product strategy, and building user-centric experiences. When I'm not working on products, I enjoy contributing to education initiatives and exploring how AI can enhance human creativity.
March 2025 - Present (11 months)
Leading product strategy and execution for HackerRank's core products. Driving innovation in developer assessment and skills evaluation platforms.
December 2023 - March 2025 (1 year 3 months)
Joined the fantastic team at HackerRank to lead product initiatives focused on developer experience and technical assessment solutions.
September 2021 - December 2023 (2 years 4 months)
Led product strategy and execution for a farm-to-table e-commerce platform. Introduced vernacular translations and transliterations to improve discoverability and user experience for cooking enthusiasts.
April 2019 - September 2021 (2 years 6 months)
Drove product development and strategy for Amazon's India operations. Focused on user stories, stakeholder management, and delivering data-driven product solutions.
July 2017 - April 2019 (1 year 10 months)
Conducted data analysis and business intelligence to support strategic decision-making. Specialized in pivot tables, communication, and extracting actionable insights from complex datasets.
January 2016 - June 2017 (1 year 6 months)
Leveraged Natural Language Processing to extract insights from textual information using R and Python. Helped discover novel approaches to solve complex problems using the latest analytical platforms.
July 2015 - January 2016 (7 months)
Used Natural Language Processing to extract insights from textual information using R and Python. Integrated numerous qualitative and quantitative data sources to provide comprehensive solutions.
2013 - 2015
Team Lead for Better Building Case Competition - Determined the ideal model to increase energy savings in municipal buildings in a mid-size US city over 20 years. Presented results to Department of Energy managers.
2006 - 2010
Member of Cultural Activity Society. Built a strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, algorithms, and software development.
Led the development of vernacular translations and transliterations at Deep Rooted to improve product discoverability. Enabled users to find their favorite ingredients in local languages, making cooking more accessible.
Developed NLP solutions at McKinsey & Company to extract insights from textual information. Integrated multiple data sources using Python and R to solve complex analytical problems.
Co-authored publication on "Designing Energy Policy Through the Indian Energy Game" at ISAGA 2013. Focused on simulation-based learning and policy design for sustainable energy solutions.
Performed news sentiment analysis for factor selection at Acadian Asset Management using Python. Applied NLP techniques to financial data for investment research.
Led a team of 4 at Tufts University to determine the ideal model for increasing energy savings in municipal buildings over 20 years. Presented results to Department of Energy managers.
Mathematics tutor at Swagath Education and Community Action for 2.5 years. Dedicated to improving educational access and outcomes for underserved communities.
Musings on product management, technology, and the creative process. A collection of thoughts, reflections, and insights from my journey in building products and teams.
3 months ago
In our academic and professional journeys, the focus has always been on creation and writing. We've written essays, prepared documents, and written code, each crafted with care, intention, and hours of focused effort. But that's changing. Today, AI generates the first draft and we spend a larger share of time editing...
AI Product ThinkingStay tuned for more reflections on product strategy, team building, and the intersection of technology and human experience.
Exploring the fascinating world of data science, analytics, and insights. Diving deep into patterns, trends, and stories that data tells us.
Extracting insights from textual information using natural language processing techniques. From sentiment analysis to information extraction, exploring the power of words through data.
Using data to drive product decisions. Understanding user behavior, measuring impact, and uncovering opportunities through rigorous analysis.
Future explorations in machine learning, predictive modeling, and data visualization.
A collection of cherished recipes and culinary adventures. From traditional favorites to experimental creations, celebrating the joy of cooking and sharing good food.
A curated collection of recipes will be shared here. Stay tuned for delicious discoveries!
Let's connect! Feel free to reach out for collaborations, discussions about product strategy, AI, or data science.