Sumedha Kshirsagar
About Sumedha Kshirsagar
Sumedha Kshirsagar is a Product Manager at Raptor Maps, with a diverse background in voice user experience design and product management across notable companies such as Amazon, Apple, and Facebook Reality Labs.
Current Role at Raptor Maps
Sumedha Kshirsagar currently serves as a Product Manager at Raptor Maps, a company specializing in solar software. She has been in this role since 2023, contributing her expertise in product management to advance the company's mission. Her focus includes developing solutions that address challenges in the solar energy sector.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining Raptor Maps, Kshirsagar held several significant positions in product management. She worked at Apple as a Product Manager in AI/ML from 2019 to 2023. Prior to that, she was involved with Amazon in various roles, including Senior User Experience Designer and Senior Manager for Voice UX Design from 2011 to 2018. Her extensive experience in these roles has equipped her with valuable insights into user experience and product development.
Educational Background
Kshirsagar has a strong educational foundation in engineering and design. She earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Instrumentation and Control from COEP Technological University, followed by a Master of Technology in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. She also holds a PhD in Computer Animation from the University of Geneva and a Certificate in Editing from the University of Washington.
Diverse Professional Background
Sumedha Kshirsagar has a diverse professional background that spans various fields. She began her career as a Software Engineer at Electronic Arts and transitioned into voice user interface design at Nuance Communications. Her roles have included Principal VUI Designer and Senior VUI Designer, showcasing her expertise in voice technology. Additionally, she worked at Facebook Reality Labs as a Principal Voice User Experience Architect and Researcher.
Volunteer Work and Interests
Kshirsagar actively seeks volunteer opportunities, particularly in editing projects for non-profit organizations focused on climate science, technology, policy, and justice. She has a keen interest in languages, theater, and literature, and considers herself a lifelong learner, continually seeking to expand her knowledge and skills.