Saahithi Gunda
About Saahithi Gunda
Saahithi Gunda is a Product Manager at Enova International, where she has worked since 2021, focusing on user experience and product development. She has a background in software engineering and test development, with previous roles at CME Group and Olenick & Associates.
Work at Enova International
Saahithi Gunda has been employed at Enova International since 2021, currently serving as a Product Manager. In this role, she collaborates with UI/UX creative teams to develop customer-facing mockups, ensuring an optimal user experience for product changes. Prior to her current position, she worked at Enova International as a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test from 2016 to 2021, and as a Software Development Engineer in Test from 2014 to 2017. Throughout her tenure, she has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing product functionality and user engagement.
Previous Experience
Before joining Enova International, Saahithi Gunda held several positions in the technology sector. She worked as a Software Engineer II at CME Group from 2012 to 2014, and as a Test Development Engineer at Olenick & Associates from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she briefly worked as a Developer at JumpForward LLC in 2011. Her diverse experience in software development and testing has equipped her with a strong foundation in product management.
Education and Expertise
Saahithi Gunda earned her Master of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago, where she studied from 2008 to 2010. She also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Communications Engineering from Osmania University, completed from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background, combined with her professional experience, has provided her with expertise in software development, product management, and user experience design.
Key Contributions
In her role at Enova International, Saahithi Gunda has spearheaded significant initiatives, including the automation of 200,000 manually sent emails by the Call Center, which improved operational efficiency. She has also conducted mystery shopping with the Marketing team to gather customer feedback, enhancing product features based on user experiences. Furthermore, she has worked closely with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure that all customer interactions and documents adhere to regulatory standards.
Research and Development Experience
During her academic career, Saahithi Gunda served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Tutorium of Intensive English and the UIC Cancer Center from 2008 to 2010. This role involved supporting research initiatives and contributing to the development of educational programs. Her research experience complements her technical skills and enhances her ability to manage product development effectively.