Karthik Nagarajan
About Karthik Nagarajan
Karthik Nagarajan is a Product Manager with extensive experience in quality assurance and project management across various companies, including SAP Fioneer and CrossLend GmbH. He has a background in computer science and insurance management, and he creates board games inspired by Indian mythology while sharing insights on Agile coaching and product management.
Current Role at SAP Fioneer
Karthik Nagarajan has been serving as a Product Manager at SAP Fioneer since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and management processes. His position is based in Berlin, Germany, where he applies his extensive experience in product management to drive innovation and efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to his current role, Karthik worked at CrossLend GmbH as a Product Manager from 2016 to 2023. He contributed to product strategy and execution during his seven-year tenure. Additionally, he held positions at The Hartford Insurance Group and AAA NCNU Insurance Exchange, where he served in various roles including Project Manager, Scrum Master, and Product Owner, enhancing his expertise in the insurance and technology sectors.
Educational Background
Karthik Nagarajan has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Madras, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from 2001 to 2004. He then pursued a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at The ICFAI University, Tripura, from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he completed a program in Insurance Management and Law at LOMA, achieving the ALMI designation from 2006 to 2011.
Contributions to Agile and Gaming
Karthik has actively contributed to the fields of Agile coaching and product management. He writes on Medium about these topics, often incorporating insights from gaming. He has delivered talks on the benefits of board games in strengthening product teams and has presented on product management insights derived from Dungeons & Dragons. His experiences have also been shared in the Scrum Master Toolbox podcasts.
Career in Quality Assurance and Testing
Before transitioning to product management, Karthik Nagarajan built a solid foundation in quality assurance and testing. He worked at Cognizant Technology Solutions and MetLife in various roles, including Test Lead and Quality Analyst, from 2005 to 2011. His experience in these positions has equipped him with a strong understanding of quality processes and methodologies in software development.