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KUMAR GAURAV

Summary

AI-focused platform contributor with 7+ years at Times Internet, driving 0→1 AI product enhancements across fintech and subscription ecosystems. Led incubation of ET Market GPT and AI Screener, transforming static financial tools into conversational intelligence systems covering 10,000+ companies. Experienced in PRD creation, backlog ownership, Natural Language → SQL workflow design, AI evaluation frameworks, and monetization-aligned product execution. Seeking Product Owner roles to formally lead AI-led platform strategy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior QA Engineer (AI & Platform Initiatives)

Times Internet – The Economic Times
03.2021 - Current

ETMARKET GPT: AI-Powered Conversational Financial Intelligence Platform

• Identified opportunity to transform static financial datasets into a conversational intelligence layer for retail investors.

• Defined product vision and user journey for ET Market GPT covering 10,000+ listed companies and indices.

• Conducted competitive research across 1,500+ external screeners to identify high-frequency financial attributes used by investors.

• Rationalized 4,000+ raw financial fields into ~1,000 high-impact attributes, reducing AI dataset exposure by ~70% to optimize token cost and response efficiency.

• Designed end-to-end Natural Language → Structured SQL workflow:
User Query → Query Enhancement Layer → SQL Generation → Data Fetch → Tabular Output → AI Interpretation

• Authored detailed PRDs and JIRA epics, created user stories with acceptance criteria, and collaborated with design (Figma) for conversational UX flows.

• Partnered with engineering to implement vector similarity-based schema mapping for financial field normalization.

• Defined AI evaluation framework using percentile scoring and reasoning analysis to benchmark GPT, Claude, and internal models.

• Introduced AI credit governance framework (daily/monthly limits) to align LLM usage with subscription monetization strategy.

AI SCREENER: AI-Enhanced Stock Screener (Manual → AI Mode Transformation)

Earlier State:
Manual screener requiring structured financial query input (e.g., Market Cap > 500 Cr).

My Innovation:

• Identified friction in manual screener experience for non-technical retail investors.

• Conceptualized and launched AI Mode for Screener:
Enabled users to type natural language queries instead of structured financial syntax.

• Designed backend workflow to:
Natural Language Input → Intent Detection → Financial Condition Mapping → SQL Query Generation → Screener Output

• Ensured users could:

  • Save AI-generated screeners
  • Name and manage personalized screener library
  • Reuse saved strategies

• Defined product requirements, created JIRA user stories, aligned UX with design team, and delivered KT to engineering & QA teams.

• Enhanced product accessibility for non-finance-savvy users, increasing engagement potential across broader retail audience.

Software Engineer

PureSoftware Ltd.
09.2019 - 03.2021
  • Led mobile application testing initiatives for Android and iOS devices.
  • Collaborated on automation test script development with Selenium WebDriver for websites.
  • Scripted automation tests for APIs using REST-Assured & Postman to streamline processes.
  • Conducted manual functionality assessments on web, m-web, PWA, and AMP applications.
  • Utilized Android Studio for effective mobile app debugging and APK analysis.
  • Employed simulators and real devices to achieve accurate mobile testing results.
  • Performed API load testing with JMeter tools to evaluate system robustness.

Graduate & above (skilled)

SYBEX Support Services.(At client CRRI)
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Conducted manual and API testing using Postman for enhanced application performance.
  • Executed large data mapping exercises to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
  • Validated functionality of web and WAP applications through systematic testing procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (B.tech) - Computer Science And Engineering

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
India
06.2018

Skills

Ownership:

  • Created and managed JIRA epics, stories, and acceptance criteria for AI initiatives
  • Conducted backlog grooming and sprint planning with engineering teams
  • Worked closely with design to define conversational UI flows and financial data presentation
  • Delivered product KT sessions to development and QA teams
  • Participated in UAT validation and release governance
  • Monitored AI output quality, user feedback, and system accuracy trends post-release
  • Offer Engine Panel – Centralized discount and deal management system via dynamic JSON configuration
  • Tracking and Notification Systems – Ensured analytics precision across GA, GrowthRx, and engagement workflows

TECHNICAL & AI EXPOSURE:

  • LLMs: GPT-4, Claude Opus 46, Gemini, Cursor AI
  • Automation: Selenium WebDriver, Appium, REST-Assured, TestNG (Java, BDD, POM)
  • API and data: Postman, MySQL, JSON validation and schema generator, JMeter
  • Debugging: Charles, proxy man, Android Studio
  • Tools: JIRA, Jenkins, Bitbucket, Firebase, GrowthRX, and Figma (design creation)
  • Others include Firebase, Growth-Rx, Jenkins, Subscription SDK, Payment Gateway, and Agile Methodology
  • Repository: Bitbucket and Git Bash terminal
  • Others: Firebase, Growth-Rx, Jenkins, Subscription SDK, Payment Gateway
  • Repository: Bitbucket and Git Bash terminal
  • Others: Firebase, Growth-Rx, Jenkins, Subscription SDK, Payment Gateway

Accomplishments

ET Excellent Award (2024) – Recognized for AI innovation & QA leadership.
ET Spot Award (2021, 2022) – Recognized for quality delivery & process excellence.

Timeline

Senior QA Engineer (AI & Platform Initiatives)

Times Internet – The Economic Times
03.2021 - Current

Software Engineer

PureSoftware Ltd.
09.2019 - 03.2021

Graduate & above (skilled)

SYBEX Support Services.(At client CRRI)
01.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Engineering (B.tech) - Computer Science And Engineering

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
KUMAR GAURAV