Product @ Primetrace




Bengaluru

Greater Bengaluru Area

Mumbai Area, India






Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
The LNM Institute of Information Technology
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As a Senior Product Manager with over 8 years of experience in high-growth tech environments, I have a proven track record of leading product strategy, driving user acquisition, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions. My expertise spans A/B testing, data analysis, and optimizing user engagement, with a strong focus on enhancing product processes through automated workflows and strategic, data-driven decision-making. With over 7 years of experience launching consumer and internal products for startups—as an early employee, founder, and consultant—I bring a robust technical and analytical background, coupled with a passion for entrepreneurship and innovation. I thrive in lean/agile settings, enjoy wearing many hats, and excel at solving complex problems to deliver value to users and stakeholders. I am always eager to learn, collaborate, and share my insights with fellow PMs, early-stage companies, and scaled startups.
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Bachelor's degree, Computer Science, The LNM Institute of Information Technology