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Shashank Somanchi

@shashanksomanchi

Product manager and data scientist blending analytical problem-solving with MBA strategy to deliver end-to-end tech solutions.

India

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to apply my blend of technical depth and MBA strategy to complex, cross-functional challenges in technology-driven organisations—owning measurable outcomes from ambiguity to execution, partnering closely across teams, and advising leadership with clear, data-backed recommendations.

I’m an analytical problem-solver with a deep technical foundation and MBA-honed strategy skills. I translate ambiguity into measurable goals through structured analysis and prioritisation, then communicate clear, actionable recommendations to senior leadership.

I’ve led end-to-end product work in lean, resource-constrained settings—revising product strategy, setting measurable milestones, and reducing development risk. Most recently, I led a 4-person team to ship a mini-game, using MoSCoW prioritisation and Kanban-based weekly reviews, and I track post-launch results to inform the next iteration.

Before that, I worked on data-driven technology products and models. At an AI-powered travel search engine, I developed a Python-based recommendation system for over 1 million hotels and helped drive a 50% conversion-rate rise by redesigning results for trust and explainability. I also built map-based interactive prototypes and geospatial clustering/ranking approaches to surface destinations and expand catalogue coverage by 150%.

I’ve also sharpened my decision-making with investment and consulting work—evaluating deep-tech startups on technical feasibility and founder-market fit, running customer discovery to shape market segmentation, and supporting initial GTM strategy. Earlier, I applied quantitative methods in high-frequency contexts to design trading strategies, while also grounding my product instincts through hands-on engineering and co-founding experience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Product Manager

Three Little Aliens

Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)

Revised product strategy from a single open-world game to mini-games by defining measurable milestones to reduce development risk and aligning the team on long-term vision. Led a 4-person team to ship the first mini-game, using MoSCoW prioritisation and Kanban reviews, and leveraged post-launch results to guide the next game.

Product Strategy Roadmapping KPI Design Kanban Team Leadership Agile Delivery

MBA Venture Associate

Endless Frontier Labs

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Evaluated deep-tech startups for admissions using founder interviews, technical feasibility, commercial potential, and founder-market fit. Advised a med-tech startup on customer discovery, market segmentation, segment-specific value propositions, and early GTM strategy support.

Technical Feasibility Market Segmentation Value Proposition GTM Strategy Customer Discovery Business Case Development

Data Scientist

Metripping Technologies

Jan 2017 - Jan 2021 (4 years)

Developed a Python-based hotel recommendation system for 1M+ listings blending reviews, amenities, location, and traveller preferences, and built the pipeline for ~600M data points. Led a results UI redesign to improve explainability and trust, contributing to a 50% rise in conversion rate.

Python Pandas scikit learn SQL Spark Recommendation Systems A B Testing Data Pipelines Geospatial analysis

Co-Founder & Partner

Sura

Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)

Conceptualized the microbrewery product, managed project planning and financial planning, and negotiated with brewery equipment vendors. Coordinated with government officials to obtain formal permissions and approvals.

Project Planning Financial Planning Stakeholder Management

Design Engineer

Redpine Signals

Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)

Designed core positioning algorithms for a WiFi-based real-time asset tracking system using MATLAB and C++. Built data visualization and analysis tools in MATLAB to support testing and development of the tracking system.

WiFi Positioning Algorithms Matlab C++Real Time Systems Data Visualization Signal Processing System Testing

Electronics Engineer

Allen Reinforced Plastics

Jan 2009 - Jan 2010 (1 year)

Developed simulation models to evaluate the accuracy of signal processing algorithms for a Radio Proximity Fuse. Used the models to determine circuit design choices for the fuse’s signal processing block.

Simulation Signal Processing Matlab Circuit Design Radio Proximity Fuse Algorithm Accuracy Testing Electronics Engineering

Quantitative Analyst

Dolat Capital

Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 5 months)

Built market microstructure models using high-frequency data in R to predict market price movements. Developed trading strategies to execute profitable trades on the National Stock Exchange.

Market Microstructure High Frequency Data predictive modeling R Trading strategies Quant Research

MBA Consultant

Atera Networks

Analyzed the end-to-end MSP customer journey via interviews and competitor analysis, identifying administrative and financial friction points across business operations. Evaluated fintech service opportunities and recommended a shortlist aligned to Atera’s product vision for leadership.

Customer Journey Mapping Competitive Analysis Business Process Analysis Market Research Fintech Opportunity Assessment Value Recommendation Writing

Product Manager (Intern)

Cisco Systems

Analyzed competing tools and interviewed customers of Cisco Intersight to define user stories and clear value propositions with an initial feature scope. Collaborated on licensing options and a phased rollout, modelling tier-migration revenue by segment to inform pricing and packaging.

Cross Functional Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Leonard N. Stern School of Business

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Activities and societies: VP of Events and Knowledge Management, FinTech Association; VP of Finance, Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition.

Earned an MBA from NYU Stern in May 2023, strengthening strategy and analytical skills for technology-driven challenges. Served in leadership roles within NYU Stern’s FinTech Association.