Shikha Kaul

Shikha Kaul

Senior Product Manager

About Me

Product Leader & Strategic Thinker

I Turn Business Challenges into Product Success Stories

As a Senior Product Manager with 16+ years in the IT industry, I bridge the gap between business vision and technical execution to deliver products that users love and businesses depend on.

I've led product initiatives at Fortune 500 companies including ResMed, Manulife Financial, and TCS, where I've consistently delivered measurable business outcomes: reduced time-to-market by 35%, improved customer satisfaction scores by 40%, and contributed to revenue growth exceeding $10M annually.

My approach combines data-driven decision making with deep customer empathy. I don't just manage products—I champion them, ensuring every feature we ship solves real problems and delivers tangible value.

Strategic Vision Aligning product roadmaps with business objectives
Cross-Functional Leadership Uniting engineering, design, and business teams
Execution Excellence 98% on-time delivery across 50+ product launches
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Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
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Trusted by teams at

Featured Portfolio

Impact-driven product work

Manulife Financial FinTech / Insurance

Digital Transformation for Financial Services

Spearheaded requirements analysis and product discovery for critical financial applications during a multi-year modernization initiative.

60% Process Automation
100% UAT Success Rate
Enterprise Scale Regulatory Compliance Process Optimization
TCS IT Consulting

Multi-Client Enterprise Solutions

Managed end-to-end product delivery for enterprise clients across telecom, banking, and retail sectors.

15+ Projects Delivered
100% Client Satisfaction
SDLC Management Vendor Coordination Gap Analysis

What Sets Me Apart

Technical Depth + Business Acumen

With an engineering background and years in business analysis, I speak both languages fluently. I can dive deep with developers and present confidently to C-suite executives.

Healthcare & FinTech Expertise

Specialized experience in regulated industries where compliance, security, and user trust are non-negotiable. I understand the unique challenges of building products in these spaces.

Stakeholder Whisperer

I've built consensus among competing priorities across 6 organizations. My superpower is turning conflicting stakeholder needs into aligned product visions.

Metrics-Obsessed

Every feature I ship has success criteria. I establish KPIs upfront, measure relentlessly, and iterate based on data—not opinions.

My Resume

Career journey

Experience

Sept 2021 - Present

Technical Product Manager / Senior BA

ResMed / Brightree

  • Own product vision, strategy, and roadmap for healthcare SaaS platform
  • Lead discovery sessions with 50+ enterprise clients to identify opportunities
  • Drive agile ceremonies and manage product backlog for 3 scrum teams
  • Reduced feature cycle time by 35% through process optimization
  • Achieved 40% improvement in stakeholder alignment scores
Dec 2018 - Sept 2021

Business Analyst

Manulife Financial

  • Led requirements elicitation for $5M+ digital transformation initiatives
  • Created comprehensive BRDs and FRDs for enterprise applications
  • Facilitated UAT with 100% success rate across 8 major releases
  • Developed risk mitigation strategies reducing project delays by 25%
Jan 2017 - Sept 2018

Senior Business Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services

  • Managed full SDLC for 15+ enterprise client projects
  • Conducted gap analysis identifying 30% efficiency improvements
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams across 3 time zones
  • Maintained 100% client satisfaction rating
2009 - 2016

Software Engineer & QA Analyst

Teamware, Velankani, Global Sourcing

  • Built technical foundation in software development and testing
  • Automated regression testing reducing QA cycles by 50%
  • Developed expertise in telecom billing and enterprise systems

Education

Graduated May 2009

Bachelor of Engineering

University of Pune, India

Computer Science & Engineering

Certifications

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
Professional Agile Leadership
JIRA & Confluence Administration
SQL & Advanced Data Analytics
Business Analysis Professional

Industries

Healthcare Technology
Financial Services & Insurance
Telecommunications
Enterprise SaaS

My Skills

Technical proficiencies

95%

Product Strategy

95%

Agile/Scrum

92%

Stakeholder Mgmt

95%

Requirements

88%

Data Analysis

90%

Team Leadership

Product Management

Product Roadmapping Backlog Prioritization User Story Writing Sprint Planning Release Management Go-to-Market Strategy Competitive Analysis Product Discovery

Leadership & Communication

Cross-functional Leadership Executive Presentations Workshop Facilitation Conflict Resolution Vendor Management Client Engagement

Analytics & Research

Customer Interviews A/B Testing Metrics Definition SQL Queries Data Visualization Market Research

Tools & Platforms

JIRA
Confluence
Figma
Azure DevOps
Tableau
SQL
Miro
Aha!

How I Add Value

What I bring to your team

Product Vision & Strategy

I define compelling product visions that align with business goals and resonate with users. From market analysis to roadmap creation, I ensure your product has a clear path to success.

Clear product direction Aligned stakeholders

0-to-1 Product Development

From initial concept to market launch, I guide products through every stage. I've taken 50+ products from ideation to successful launch, consistently meeting deadlines and budgets.

Faster time-to-market Reduced development costs

Agile Transformation

I implement and optimize agile practices that boost team velocity and product quality. My experience spans Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe methodologies.

35% faster delivery Improved team morale

Stakeholder Alignment

I bridge gaps between business, technology, and users. Through structured communication and transparent processes, I ensure everyone moves in the same direction.

Reduced conflicts Clear priorities

Customer & Market Research

I conduct comprehensive customer interviews, competitive analysis, and market research to inform product decisions. Every feature I advocate for is backed by evidence.

Data-driven decisions Validated assumptions

Product Analytics & Optimization

I establish metrics frameworks, track KPIs, and drive continuous improvement. If we can't measure it, we can't improve it—I ensure we're always measuring what matters.

Clear success metrics Continuous improvement

What People Say

Colleague endorsements

"Shikha has an exceptional ability to translate complex business requirements into clear, actionable product specifications. Her strategic thinking and collaborative approach make her an invaluable asset to any product team. She doesn't just manage products—she champions them."

Product Leadership Team ResMed / Brightree

"Working with Shikha was a game-changer for our project. She consistently delivered high-quality documentation, maintained excellent stakeholder communication, and always kept the user's needs at the center of every decision. Her attention to detail and thorough analysis saved us countless hours of rework."

Project Management Office Manulife Financial

"Shikha brings a rare combination of technical depth and business acumen. She can dive into technical discussions with developers and then present to executives with equal confidence. Her ability to build consensus among competing stakeholders is truly impressive."

Engineering Leadership TCS

Ready to Build Something Great?

I'm currently exploring new opportunities where I can drive product excellence and make a meaningful impact. Let's discuss how I can help your team succeed.

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