Masood K.

Background

About Masood K.

I'm driven by a desire to create innovative solutions that make a real difference in people's lives. My journey from writing code to leading cross-functional teams has taught me the importance of combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of user needs and business goals. I'm currently pursuing a Master of Engineering Management at Duke University to further develop my skills in product strategy, design thinking, and project leadership. Alongside my studies, I'm excited to be gaining hands-on experience as a Student Product Consultant at Higharc and a Student Product Manager at GritFit. At Higharc, I'm leading a team to conduct market research and develop strategies for expanding into the $596B SMB segment for their cloud-based homebuilding platform. We're analyzing product-market fit, segmenting customers, and adapting Higharc's solution to potentially increase their total addressable market by 25%. At GritFit, I'm working on defining MVP features and creating a product roadmap for an AI-powered fitness app. I'm conducting user research to validate ideas and prioritize features, and using Agile methods to manage sprints and deliver a clear product vision. Previously, as a Product Quality Engineer at Larsen & Toubro Infotech, I honed my foundational product development and project management skills. I led POCs that improved data processing by 30% for a major auto company, implemented automation frameworks that reduced manual work by 90% and saved an estimated $5M per year, and helped teams adopt Agile practices for global software delivery. I thrive on turning complex challenges into actionable strategies, rallying teams around a shared vision, and driving measurable results. My technical background, along with my experience in product roadmapping, feature prioritization, competitive analysis, customer segmentation, and Agile methodologies, allows me to bridge the gap between technology and business. I'm passionate about leveraging my skills to build products and lead projects that solve real user problems and create tangible value. If you're looking for a data-driven, user-focused product leader and project manager who can bring a unique blend of technical depth and strategic thinking, let's connect and explore how I can contribute to your team's success.