Abhishek Sarihan
About Abhishek Sarihan
Abhishek Sarihan serves as the Director of Product at BrightHire, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in product management across various industries, including Adtech, Martech, and HR tech, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin.
Work at BrightHire
Abhishek Sarihan serves as the Director of Product at BrightHire, a role he has held since 2021. As a founding product hire, he focuses on understanding user needs, the marketplace, and industry trends to develop impactful products. His leadership in product management is aimed at enhancing the company's offerings in conversation intelligence and HR technology.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to his role at BrightHire, Abhishek Sarihan worked at Compass as a Senior Product Manager from 2018 to 2021. He also held the position of Senior Product Manager at Thunder from 2015 to 2018. His experience spans across various sectors including Adtech, Martech, and Real Estate, where he contributed to product development and strategy.
Educational Background
Abhishek Sarihan earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. His studies took place from 2006 to 2010, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles that support his career in product management.
Technical Skills and Focus Areas
Abhishek Sarihan possesses extensive experience in building products across diverse industries. His technical skills include a strong focus on AI, data and reporting products, core platform development, API integrations, and application workflows. This expertise enables him to lead product initiatives effectively.
Early Career Experience
In the early stages of his career, Abhishek Sarihan worked at Cerner Corporation as a Software Engineer from 2010 to 2012 and as a Software Engineer Intern in 2009. He also served as a Data Programmer at Calpine from 2012 to 2014 and as a System Administrator at The University of Texas at Austin from 2008 to 2009. These roles contributed to his technical proficiency and understanding of product development.