Prathyusha Gunda
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Professional with 14+ years of strong expertise in product strategy, stakeholder management, and agile leadership. Proven ability in backlog prioritization and cross-functional collaboration, enhancing customer journey mapping. Proficient in digital lending and market analysis, utilizing tools like Jira, Confluence, and Google Analytics for data-driven decisions. Experienced in SDLC methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, to optimize product roadmaps and drive innovative development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Manager - Technology and Data
Aldar Estates
Abu Dhabi, UAE
02.2025 - Current
- Achieved 20% growth in user signups by spearheading app integrations and cross-platform functionalities.
- Enable seamless access controls for Saadiyat Grove residents through system integrations with Siemens.
- Lead cross-functional teams and 3rd party suppliers to deliver seamless digital experiences, ensuring high engagement and satisfaction among users.
- Represent the Grove on the development and deployment of digital platforms and applications proposed by the Aldar Group Digital Future Strategy, ensuring they are user-friendly, innovative, and meet the needs of communities.
- Utilize data and analytics to measure and report on success of digital initiatives and make informed decisions
Senior Digital Product Manager
First Abu Dhabi Bank
Abu Dhabi, UAE
11.2021 - 10.2024
- Defined product workflows for Digital Personal Loans, and Accounts user journeys to offer seamless user experience through FAB Mobile app.
- Spearheaded digital transformation for customer onboarding with automated KYC processes, improving regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for compliance-aligned enhancements and coordinated marketing campaigns to launch end-to-end digital journeys.
- Contributed to the growth of Retail Banking attracting 20% of new customers through Digital Lending.
- Led transformation of banking journeys, driving the digital adoption of accounts to 95% of the portfolio.
Product Manager- B2B Market Place (Startup)
Toggle Hospitality
Dubai, UAE
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed new product strategies by researching market trends and analyzing customer feedback.
- Spearheaded app integrations and cross-platform functionalities for mobile ecosystems, driving 20% growth in user signups.
- Established API-driven onboarding workflows, providing businesses and developers with low-friction, scalable integrations that improved client retention by 15%
- Balanced competing priorities effectively in fast-paced environment whilst maintaining focus on strategic goals.
Product Manager - Digital Transformation
TAMM - Digital Cities Project
Abu Dhabi, UAE
12.2018 - 02.2021
- Built Products from 0 - 1
- Defined and managed product roadmaps for digital government services, focusing on onboarding workflows and user accessibility, leading to a 30% improvement in engagement.
- Partnered with stakeholders across multiple entities to align product strategy, integrate Smart Pass, and enhance usability within digital channels, ensuring compliance and user satisfaction.
- Integrated UAE Pass functionality for a better user experience.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders to secure buy-in for new initiatives.
- Translated complex technical information into easily comprehensible language for non-technical stakeholders.
- Streamlined workflows with cross-functional teams, established project best practices, and conducted staff training.
Lead Product Manager
HCL Technologies
Hyderabad, India
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Crafted digital product roadmaps to meet client goals in finance and ecommerce, focusing on optimization and revenue growth strategies, resulting in a 23% increase in digital engagement.
- Led A/B testing and data-driven assessments, refining product features to align with customer preferences and business goals.
- Managed the full product lifecycle from initial concept through to market launch.
Senior Technical Writer
Napier Healthcare Solutions
Hyderabad, India
12.2016 - 10.2017
- Crafted and updated user manuals, installation guides, and troubleshooting resources for Napier's product suite, enhancing usability for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Conducted in-depth research to produce accurate technical specifications.
Project Management Consultant
Governments of AP & Telangana
Hyderabad, India
04.2010 - 11.2016
- Led digital projects like Smart Villages and Disaster Management, setting objectives and metrics with government stakeholders.
- Proposed iterative digitization solutions, enhancing rural data management and service delivery.
- Ensured alignment through regular stakeholder updates and translated complex data for clear communication.
- Streamlined workflows with cross-functional teams, established project best practices, and conducted staff training.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Hyderabad 06.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
- Product strategy and vision
- Stakeholder management
- Backlog prioritization
- Agile leadership
- Product roadmap development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Customer journey mapping
- Market analysis and competitive intelligence
- User research and experience design
- Team leadership skills
- Customer-centric approach
- Data-driven decision-making
- Project management tools proficiency:
- Jira, Confluence, Trello, MS Office
- Google Analytics, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, MIS
- Product development tools expertise:
- A/B testing, Figma, APIs, Azure DevOps, Gen AI, RPA
- Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, prototyping, Lean
Certification
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO), July 2020
- Professional Scrum Master (PSM), June, 2020
- Google Certified Gen AI Professional, January, 2023
Languages
English (Fluent)
Hindi (Fluent)
Telugu (Native Speaker)
Arabic (Beginner)
Accomplishments
UAE Golden Visa Holder, Skilled Professional Category
Timeline
Senior Manager - Technology and Data
Aldar Estates
02.2025 - Current
Senior Digital Product Manager
First Abu Dhabi Bank
11.2021 - 10.2024
Product Manager- B2B Market Place (Startup)
Toggle Hospitality
02.2021 - 11.2021
Product Manager - Digital Transformation
TAMM - Digital Cities Project
12.2018 - 02.2021
Lead Product Manager
HCL Technologies
11.2017 - 12.2018
Senior Technical Writer
Napier Healthcare Solutions
12.2016 - 10.2017
Project Management Consultant
Governments of AP & Telangana
04.2010 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
06.2005 - 05.2009
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