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Karthik Naig
VP Product, Paytm
Bangalore
Summary
Strategic and accomplished Vice President of Product Management with a demonstrated history of driving success through the development and launch of cutting-edge AI, ML, IoT, and Robotics products. Renowned for a steadfast dedication to leveraging data-driven insights, implementing customer-centric design strategies, and cultivating seamless collaboration across cross-functional teams. Proven expertise in shaping compelling product visions, executing comprehensive user research, and adeptly garnering stakeholder consensus to propel organizational growth and consistently deliver unparalleled value to end-users.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
VP Product
Paytm
Bangalore
08.2022 - Current
- Launched new products and software within tight timelines, resulting in significant market impact
- Achieved a 10% increase in user retention through core product improvements
- Led a team of 12 product managers and analysts, shaping the product roadmap and executing successful product launches
- Implemented agile methodologies, improving cross-functional collaboration and reducing time-to-market
- Conducted user research and market analysis to identify customer needs and validate product enhancements
- Collaborated with engineering, design, and marketing teams to define product requirements and prioritize features.
Associate Director
Ola Electric
Bangalore
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Achieved a 95% reduction in critical issues and a 90% reduction in other issues for the Ola S1
- Drove cross-functional alignment for Ola's Autonomous Vehicle solution, securing $20 million in funding
- Managed a team of 4 Product Managers, overseeing product development and strategy.
Product Manager
Rapyuta Robotics
Tokyo
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Helped raise $10 million in Series B funding, contributing to Rapyuta's growth
- Managed a portfolio of warehouse AMR and software cloud platforms, focusing on strategy and roadmap development
- Reduced customer acquisition costs by over 50% through innovative approaches
- Achieved significant productivity growth and YoY revenue growth of over 100%.
Product Manager
Greyorange Robotics
Gurugram
06.2015 - 09.2018
- Scaled the Butler robots from concept to over $25 million in annual revenues
- Developed vision and software roadmap for Butler robots and GreyMatter
- Successfully launched GreyOrange Butler in multiple segments
- Led PoCs, solutioning, and new product initiatives.
Principal Product Manager
EMC
Bangalore
05.2012 - 05.2015
- Managed products with annual revenues exceeding $100 million
- Formulated GTM strategy and identified key global markets
- Established and managed partnerships to expand product use cases.
Product Manager
Quantum Secure
Bangalore
12.2010 - 02.2012
- Led PM activities for SAFE, a web-based software product for enterprise physical identity and access control
- Successfully launched SAFE Visitor Management and developed product roadmaps
- Formulated pricing strategies and achieved successful customer acquisition.
PM & Senior Engineer
Honeywell
Bangalore
02.2004 - 12.2010
- Conceptualized and developed new products, addressing customer and business needs
- Led software development for embedded consumer products
- Developed technology commercialization strategies.
Education
MBA - Business
Indian Institute of Management
Bangalore 06.2008 - 03.2011
B.E - Computer Science
JSS Academy of Technical Education
Bangalore 09.1997 - 08.2001
Skills
Product Roadmaps
undefinedInterests
I love working with new technologies, especially AI Currently playing with some Gen AI tools like Midjourney, RunwayML etc
I enjoy mentoring people - especially Product Managers
I practice Yoga and Meditation, and am an avid cricketer
I am an avid reader
I am an avid reader
I am an avid reader
Timeline
VP Product
Paytm
08.2022 - Current
Associate Director
Ola Electric
06.2021 - 07.2022
Product Manager
Rapyuta Robotics
12.2018 - 01.2021
Product Manager
Greyorange Robotics
06.2015 - 09.2018
Principal Product Manager
EMC
05.2012 - 05.2015
Product Manager
Quantum Secure
12.2010 - 02.2012
MBA - Business
Indian Institute of Management
06.2008 - 03.2011
PM & Senior Engineer
Honeywell
02.2004 - 12.2010
B.E - Computer Science
JSS Academy of Technical Education
09.1997 - 08.2001
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