Praveen Kumar Kashimsetty
About Praveen Kumar Kashimsetty
Praveen Kumar Kashimsetty is the Director of Product Management at Rafay, bringing over 16 years of experience in technology product leadership from his roles at Meta and Microsoft. He holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Harvard University and has a background in Computer Science and Engineering from Osmania University.
Work at Rafay
Praveen Kumar Kashimsetty serves as the Director of Product Management at Rafay, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Seattle, Washington, he is responsible for overseeing product management strategies and initiatives within the company. His role involves leading teams to develop and launch technology products, leveraging his extensive experience in the tech industry.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Before joining Rafay, Praveen held multiple roles at Microsoft from 2014 to 2021. He worked as a Cloud Solutions and DevOps Lead from 2014 to 2017, followed by a position as Senior Product Manager from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, he served as a Technical Program Manager for a brief period in 2018. His tenure at Microsoft provided him with a comprehensive understanding of product management and technical program management.
Experience at Meta
Praveen worked at Meta as a Product Technical Program Manager for five months in 2021 and 2022. His role involved managing product development processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This experience contributed to his expertise in product management within a leading technology company.
Education and Expertise
Praveen holds a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from Harvard University, where he studied from 2021 to 2024. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering from Osmania University, completing his studies from 2002 to 2006. His educational background complements his extensive experience in product management and technical roles.
Mentoring Experience
Since 2022, Praveen has been mentoring at Interview Kickstart, providing guidance and support to aspiring professionals in the technology sector. His mentorship focuses on product management and technical program management, leveraging his 16 years of industry experience to help others succeed in their careers.