Vinayak Bongarge
Sr. Product Designer
Bengaluru
Summary
Passionate and experienced design professional specializing in UX Strategy, User Research, and UI Development for mobile applications (Android, iOS, and Web). Currently serving as Senior Product Designer at Flipkart, contributing significantly to the Supply and Selection team. Skilled in conceptualizing and prototyping to communicate product strategy effectively. Proven track record in diverse product areas.
Collaborative Product Designer with expertise in determining functionality and enhancements. Knowledgeable in creating production-ready designs. Offering a successful career history comprising more than 12 years.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Sr. Product Designer
Flipkart
Bengaluru
10.2021 - Current
- Key contributor to the Supply and Selection team, leading product design and research for Retailer and Vendor ecosystem. Contextual understanding and business-driven approach to define Information Architecture, contribute to scalable design systems, and establish design philosophy for products/features.
- Expertise in planning and executing exploratory research, including conceptual prototypes for effective communication of product strategy.
- Significant contributions in diverse product areas: Reconciliation and Payments (RAP), Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Contacts Lifecycle Management, User Access Management, Inventory Planning, Product Cataloging and Listing, Retail as a Service, Pricing and Promotions , and Design Language System.
- Additional responsibilities include managing initiatives such as the Value Recovery Platform (VRP), mentoring fellow designers, and contributing to the hiring process.
Product Designer II
Flipkart
Bengaluru
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Led end-to-end design and research for Seller Hub Mobile app, resulting in substantial enhancements to functionality and user-friendliness. Key achievements include the successful launch of app features such as Onboarding, Home page, Business Overview, Product Listing Management, Brand Management, Advertising, Buyer question and answers, Seller Support and protection fund ticketing, Order management, and Big Billion Day specific insights.
- Implemented Design System V0, contributing to a notable increase in the app rating from 3.8 to 4.4. Part of a high-performing team that achieved the creation of India's highest-rated marketplace app within a limited timeframe.
- In addition to mobile app UX, revamped critical experiences on the Desktop app, including Seller Payments, Seller Protection Fund claim management, and Report Center. These enhancements significantly boosted the seller NPS and contributed to overall business growth.
Product Designer I
Flipkart
Bengaluru
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Entered e-commerce as an entry-level product designer, assumed responsibility for critical areas in Flipkart Marketplace, leaving a lasting impact.
- Executed a comprehensive Landing Page/Welcome Portal Revamp.
Optimized and fixed seller onboarding UX. Introduced metric detailed pages for transparent performance communication, including insights and recommendations. In addition to Marketplace initiatives, took full charge of Flipkart's Partner Service Network, an ecosystem facilitating third-party services for sellers to enhance business operations. - Defined product strategy aligning with business goals.
Conducted an in-depth competitive study of similar products.
Successfully launched MVPs for both Seller and Partner side end-to-end experiences. - Implemented modules for Service Customization, Service Quality, Advertising and Monetization, Partner Communication, and Marketing. Post-launch, onboarded over 100 services within a few days, catering to the needs of Flipkart sellers.
Lead UI/UX Designer
Kirusa
Bengaluru
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Conceptualized and executed UI/UX design for mobile apps on iOS, Android, and Windows platforms:
- InstaVoice: Visual Voicemail, Instant Messaging, and Free Missed Calls app.
Designed onboarding, phone number configuration, messaging UI, and voice-to-text feature. - InstaVoice Ring: Developed Kirusa's unique call-completion service.
Sends a missed call to the called party when the caller has zero prepaid balance. - Kirusa Channels:Designed an exclusive celebrity-fan engagement service.
Facilitated daily voice messages and videos from celebrities to fans via SMS, RCS, or the Kirusa Channels app.Enabled fan interaction through listening, liking, and responding to content. - Collaborated closely with the marketing team to define brand strategy and guidelines, ensuring a cohesive and impactful brand presence.
Associate- Product Engineer III
John Deere
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Contributed to the design and development of Backhoe loader machine components with a focus on measurable outcomes: Product Styling, Sheet Metal Component Design, Analysis, Ergonomics, Cost Reduction Projects.
- Measured Impact:
- Successfully filed a design patent for Indian Backhoe loader product styling.
- Navigated one complete product cycle, maintaining a presence on the assembly line for approximately 3 months.
Product Engineer II
John Deere
Pune
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Got an opportunity to work on Final Tier 4 machines in United States, projects
includes
- Under-hood component design
- Fuel Tank design and analysis
- Cooling package design and assembly
- Filed testing
- Roll Over Protection Systems
Graduate Engineering Trainee
John Deere
Pune
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Secured placement in dream company through campus recruitment. First-year focused on rigorous training and field testing.
- Enhanced expertise in Drafting engineering drawings, Fit and Tolerance, 3D Modelling tools and practices, Analysis tools and practices, Tractors and other earth-moving equipment, Testing and standards
Soft skill areas: presentation, communication, and stakeholder management
Joined India Backhoe loader team post-training. - Contributed to engineering in Sheet metal Design, Hydraulics, Bill of Material and cost reduction, Machine chassis and Operation of Backhoes
- This journey showcases a commitment to continuous learning, hands-on skills development, and impactful contributions to engineering processes.
Education
Master's Degree - Industrial and Product Design
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
New Delhi 01.2014 - 01.2016
B. Tech. (Agril. Engg.) - Farm Machinery, Agril. Processing.
Dr. A.S.C.A.E.
01.2007 - 01.2011
Skills
User Centred Design
Timeline
Sr. Product Designer
Flipkart
10.2021 - Current
Product Designer II
Flipkart
10.2019 - 10.2021
Product Designer I
Flipkart
01.2018 - 10.2019
Lead UI/UX Designer
Kirusa
07.2016 - 01.2018
Master's Degree - Industrial and Product Design
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
01.2014 - 01.2016
Associate- Product Engineer III
John Deere
07.2013 - 07.2014
Product Engineer II
John Deere
07.2012 - 07.2013
Graduate Engineering Trainee
John Deere
07.2011 - 07.2012
B. Tech. (Agril. Engg.) - Farm Machinery, Agril. Processing.
Dr. A.S.C.A.E.
01.2007 - 01.2011
Patents
110 mini India backhoe loader vehicle design
Publications
Formulation of the strategies for promotion of agricultural mechanization
Playstation Gaming
Gaming isn't just a hobby for me; it's a design powerhouse. Excited to bring these skills to our projects!
Patents
110 mini India backhoe loader vehicle design
Publications
Formulation of the strategies for promotion of agricultural mechanization
Playstation Gaming
Gaming isn't just a hobby for me; it's a design powerhouse. Excited to bring these skills to our projects!
Patents
110 mini India backhoe loader vehicle design
Publications
Formulation of the strategies for promotion of agricultural mechanization
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