Kanad Bahalkar
About Kanad Bahalkar
Kanad Bahalkar is the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Potion, where he oversees technical architecture and product quality. He has over 10 years of experience in product development, engineering, and UX design, having previously worked at notable companies including Google and the New England Journal of Medicine.
Work at Potion
Kanad Bahalkar serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Potion, a role he has held since 2021. He oversees the technical architecture and product quality, ensuring that the products meet high standards. He leads a team focused on creating user-centric solutions that aim to transform the web. Additionally, he is responsible for the product strategy and roadmap, guiding the direction of the company's offerings.
Education and Expertise
Kanad Bahalkar earned a Master's degree in Management Information Systems from Northeastern University, studying from 2012 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Information Technology from Savitribai Phule Pune University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product development, engineering, and UX design, with over 10 years of experience in these fields.
Professional Background
Kanad Bahalkar has a diverse professional background with significant roles in various organizations. He began his career as a Software Developer at Persistent Systems in India from 2010 to 2011. He then worked at the New England Journal of Medicine as a System Developer Co-Op in 2013. His experience also includes positions at Northeastern University, Endurance International Group, and Google, where he served as a UX Engineer from 2018 to 2021. He co-founded PiraShield in 2016 and worked as a Senior Frontend Developer at Knit Health from 2017 to 2018.
Achievements in UX Design and Development
Throughout his career, Kanad Bahalkar has contributed to various projects that emphasize user experience and product development. His role as a UX Engineer at Google involved designing user interfaces that enhance usability. At Potion, he continues to apply his expertise in UX design to lead initiatives that prioritize user-centric solutions. His work has consistently focused on improving product quality and user satisfaction.