MARGIL GANDHI

I build products that
Product Manager

Building products that solve real problems. From strategy to scale, I help teams ship products users love.

Currently
Goldman Sachs
Experience
6+ Years
Location
Richardson, TX
Focus
0→1 Products
View my work
$280K
Revenue at Sailsmith
$340K
Saved at CXtec
2,500+
Students Mentored
8
Speaking Engagements
6+
Years of Experience
Experience

Where I've built products

Goldman Sachs

Senior Analyst - Product & Automation [Marcus] • Sep 2024 - Present • Richardson, TX
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Business Process Mapping & Audit Readiness
Led end-to-end mapping of 100+ Business Process Models across 50+ processes using Signavio, improving audit readiness and process visibility. Identified inefficiencies and control gaps by partnering with Operations, Risk, and Compliance teams.
Product-Driven Fraud Restriction Revamp
Co-led fraud restriction redesign with Product, Engineering, Legal, and Operations to reduce customer friction and operational risk. Conducted user research with fraud agents, introduced granular restriction buckets, and automated workflows to reduce manual intervention and improve resolution speed.
AI-Powered Agent Copilot
Leading development of an AI-powered Copilot using RAG to enhance agent workflows, reduce handling time, and improve decision-making across payments, onboarding, and customer operations.
Internal Platform Improvements
Defined and drove improvements to workflow platforms supporting payments and operations. Partnered with engineering to translate business problems into product requirements and feature roadmaps, monitoring performance via KPIs.

Sailsmith

Co-Founder & Product Lead • Jan 2018 - Jan 2022 • India
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0→1 SaaS Platform Development
Defined product vision and multi-quarter roadmap for a 0→1 SaaS platform, scaling revenue to $280K and achieving 15% market share in the first year. Built Phase 1 focused on digitizing post-sales travel operations for educational institutions.
Core Product & CRM Development
Designed CRM system to manage student data, payment tracking, installment plans, and transaction methods. Enabled institutions to submit booking requests through the platform, replacing fragmented communication and improving operational visibility.
Product-Market Fit & Feature Prioritization
Translated customer workflows into product features, streamlining manual processes while maintaining flexibility for pricing and vendor negotiations. Prioritized features based on operational bottlenecks, delivering MVP aligned with business needs.
Engineering Partnership & Iteration
Partnered with engineering to build and iterate on the platform based on user feedback and operational usage patterns, establishing foundation for self-serve SaaS evolution.
Facebook India Small Business Grant
Recipient of Facebook India Small Business Grant in recognition of business impact and growth potential.

CXtec

Lean Six Sigma Consultant • Jan 2023 - Aug 2023 • Syracuse, NY
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Process Optimization & Cost Savings
Applied Lean and DMAIC methodologies to improve warehouse processing efficiency, reducing turnaround time from 90 to 50 days and preventing $140K in losses. Delivered total savings of $340K through systematic process improvements.
Real-Time KPI Dashboards
Built real-time dashboards tracking inventory levels, processing time, and operational performance. Enabled executive decision-making through data visibility and performance monitoring.
Cross-Functional Analysis
Identified operational bottlenecks and implemented data-driven solutions across warehouse and logistics operations, improving efficiency and throughput.
Side Projects

Building AI-powered tools

Think Again

A premium desktop reflection app that asks hard questions across 6 themes—Self, Career, Relationships, Purpose, Identity, and Courage. Uses AI to generate follow-up questions that adapt to your answers, making reflection feel like a conversation with a close friend.

Built with
React Supabase OpenAI GPT-4 Lovable Edge Functions
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One Thing

A micro-learning app that teaches complex concepts in layers—simple, detailed, and expert. Pick from 12 topics, get AI-generated explanations paired with visual images, and learn one thing at a time. Dark cinematic UI keeps you focused.

Built with
React Supabase OpenAI GPT-4 Pexels API Lovable
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Core Values

What drives me

Authenticity

Show up as myself—no masks, no pretense. Genuine connections matter.

Empathy First

Genuinely care about people. High EQ is how I see the world.

Seek Truth, Not Validation

Hard truths over comfortable lies. Deep conversations matter.

Non-Zero-Sum Mindset

Success expands when shared. When I grow, I bring others along.

Learn by Doing

Build, ship, break things, learn. The fastest way to understand.

Relentless Curiosity

Question everything to understand deeply. What am I missing?

Skills

How I build products

AI & ML
LLM Integration (GPT-4)
AI Agents & Automation
RAG Architectures
Prompt Engineering
Model Context Protocol
Product Craft
0→1 Product Development
Product Strategy & Vision
User Research & Testing
Feature Prioritization
Technical Documentation
Engineering
Python
JavaScript & React
SQL & Database Design
REST APIs
HTML/CSS
Data & Analytics
Power BI Dashboards
Product Analytics
Performance Metrics
A/B Testing
Data-Driven Decisions
Tools & Platforms
Lovable & Supabase
Claude Code & Agent.ai
OpenAI API
GitHub Pages
Payment Integration
Design & Collaboration
Figma (UI/UX)
Jira & Confluence
Interactive Prototypes
Wireframing
Salesforce & CRM
Education

Academic Background

Syracuse University

M.S. in Engineering Management • Dec 2023 • Syracuse, NY
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Leadership Roles:

  • Graduate Student Mentor, Dean's Office
  • President, Graduate Student Organization (ECS)
  • Senator, Graduate Student Organization

Achievements:

  • Syracuse LaunchPad x Deloitte Digital: Driving Digital Transformation - Secured 1st position among 12 teams, winning a $500 award and mentor sessions with a Deloitte PPMD

Mumbai University

Bachelor's in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering • May 2017 • Mumbai, India
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Leadership & Activities:

  • Student Council - Publicity Coordinator (2014-2015)
  • Student Council - Publicity Head (2015-2016)
  • Student Council - Advisor (2016-2017)
  • Class Representative (2013-2017)

Achievements:

  • Best Class of VIT (2013-2014)
  • Winner of Inter-department Volleyball competition (2016-2017)
Speaking Engagements

Universities & Communities

Texas A&M University Duke University Carlson School of Management Purdue University University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign New York University San Jose State University University of Washington
About

Beyond the resume

I'm a systems thinker who wants to build meaningful things at scale—and bring people along while doing it. I don't just build products; I question whether the work is meaningful, whether it's actually helping people, and whether I'm creating leverage for others to grow faster too.

I'm someone who's always hunting for the best local spots to eat, loves deep conversations about philosophy, life, purpose, and product, and genuinely cares about people. That combination of doing and reflecting is what drives me—I build things, then think deeply about whether they matter.

I grew up in Mumbai, studied in Syracuse, and now call Richardson, TX home. My projects reflect how I think and learn—whether it's Think Again (a reflection tool) or mentoring 2,500+ students. I carry a non-zero-sum mindset: success isn't something to compete for, it's something to expand and share.

Testimonials

What people say

It was a pleasure attending your session at EMSA's Class to Industry: Career Insights Workshop. I truly appreciated your practical insights on application strategy, networking, and interview preparation. Thank you for sharing your experience and guidance.
SS
Sampada Suresh
Workshop Attendee
I got into Anthropic and Acorns. Thank you for genuinely helping me and listening to me on that call. When I was interviewing for these companies all I remember was one line from that call "Prepare for your interviews as if this is the last one". To be honest that sentence kept on popping up in my mind at every phase of interview. I kept reminding myself it's do or die this time!
SN
Sejal Nayak
Anthropic & Acorns
Thank you, Margil! I've been following your posts and wanted to let you know you're doing an excellent job spreading knowledge. As an early career professional, I find your insights incredibly motivating and helpful. I really appreciate the support.
RS
Rohan Shrestha
Early Career Professional
I'm Nikita from the MSBAIM program at Purdue University. I attended your session today and just wanted to share that it was incredibly insightful and timely. It was especially helpful for many of us as we begin exploring and reaching out for full-time opportunities. I really appreciated your practical advice and candid insights about navigating the process. Thank you again for taking the time to speak with us - it truly helped us.
NC
Nikita Chopde
Purdue University
I was truly impressed by your insights during the recent BCS session. Your approach to product management and innovation resonates deeply with my aspirations in supply chain management. I'd love to connect and exchange ideas!
CM
Chetan Mani Chandra
BCS Session Attendee
I really appreciate your posts. They have been a big source of motivation for me as an international student. Thank you for taking the time to share such useful information.
NA
Nashra Ali
International Student
Thank you so much Margil for your guidance! I really feel very motivated after talking to you. Now I'm super ready and focused for next 3-4 months to just work my best without thinking much about the outcome.
SM
Shreya Madaan
Job Seeker
I just wanted to take a moment to personally thank you. When I reached out to you earlier this year, you took the time to speak with me, share advice, and genuinely support me. I wanted to let you know that after interning at a firm as a data analyst I've started a new full-time role as a Research & Reporting Analyst at East Texas A&M University. I truly implemented so much of the guidance you shared, and I want you to know that your support played a real part in helping me get here.
VR
Varshenne Reddi
Research & Reporting Analyst, Texas A&M
I just wanted to thank you again. It's been almost a month of applying, and although I haven't received an offer yet, I did reach the final round at one place even without sponsorship. One thing I truly held onto from our call was your reminder not to doubt myself. That really helped me stay grounded throughout the process. I genuinely appreciate all your support and the tips you shared.
SC
Shruthi Cheguri
Job Seeker
I just wanted to say a big thank you for all your support during my job hunt! Your advice and encouragement really meant a lot and helped keep me motivated. I'm excited to share that I recently started working as a BI Analyst, and I couldn't have done it without the help of amazing connections like you. Let's definitely stay in touch.
RH
Rakshanda Hedawoo
BI Analyst
Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me. I came away with a lot to think about after our conversation and your advice is definitely gonna help me a lot in my job search! Good luck with work and your future endeavors!
PC
Panama Chowdary
Job Seeker
Thank you again for sharing your time and expertise with our Minnesota Carlson students and alumni. Your advice is spot on and much appreciated. Always good to hear professionals in the industry reinforce things we are telling the students, and for them to hear it from someone outside our office.
EC
Erin Chamlee
Associate Director, University of Minnesota
I wanted to thank you again for joining us last night. Students really appreciated your generosity for showing up, practical advice, and encouragement. I heard several comments afterward about how relatable you were, and about how helpful it was to get advice from someone at your level.
CB
Chloe Benjamin
Duke University
Thank you so much for the workshop! It was really informative and helpful. I'm pretty sure our students learned a lot from your experiences and wisdom. Let's keep in touch and hope you all the best with your work and life.
SS
Dr. Shiyu Sun
UIUC
It was really so nice to interact with you today at Texas A&M! Your candid insights and job strategies were very helpful to give me an idea of what I need to do moving forward, so thank you.
SB
Smit Bhatt
Texas A&M
Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me on Friday. I enjoyed our conversation and learning more about your journey at Goldman Sachs, as well as your insights and advice on applying for jobs. I truly appreciate your advice and the encouragement you shared, it gave me a lot to think about as I explore my own career path. Wishing you continued success, and I hope we can stay in touch.
FI
Farduus Ibraahim
Career Mentee
Thank you for taking the time to talk with me and share your insights on the application process. It was really helpful, will try to use these filters and cold mail people. Hopefully something works out soon!
AJ
Antara Joshi
Job Seeker
As an international student I had a lot of doubts about networking and resumes. Your session at UMN Carlson school of management today clarified a lot of them. Thank you so much!
DL
Dhairya Lunia
UMN Carlson School of Management
Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me today. I truly appreciated our conversation. Some of the points you shared really resonated with me, especially around hard work and getting locked in. I'm grateful for your openness and perspective. Looking forward to staying in touch!
YJ
Yash Jajoo
Student
I follow your posts on LinkedIn, they are very thoughtful and very well written. Just read your post on 'Just Start'. It's beautiful and really very inspiring.
S
Shivraj
LinkedIn Follower
I wanted to let you know that I landed a job! As a Product Analyst in New York Life. Thank you so much for being so kind with your time and support. Also love your content! Keep doing what you do, your content is like a breath of fresh air amongst the others' content!
NR
Namrata Rane
Product Analyst, New York Life
Just wanted to give you an update. I finally got a job offer. I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for being such a good mentor. I was really stressed in Feb/Mar. But at that time you were there to guide with a clear approach that helped me navigate. Your daily motivating posts also helped me a lot during these times.
SG
Sahil Gupta
Job Seeker
Hi - I just wanted to say thanks for being so kind and taking the time to help me out during my job search. I've landed a full-time role now — really appreciate your support! Hope to stay in touch! :)
PM
Priyadharsini Manivannan
Full-time Role
I got the verbal offer from GS, and am waiting for the official offer letter now. Thank you so much for all your help! Truly means the world to me.
NRG
Nainika Reddy Gaddam
Goldman Sachs
Thank you for sharing these and taking time to talk to me today. I genuinely enjoyed our conversation, it's rare to connect with someone who shares such aligned perspectives on purpose, growth and life.
PD
Pratiksha Dange
Professional
Thanks a lot for offering me help with job search strategies. I wanted to share some good news—I have joined PwC US as a Senior Associate (Financial services and Strategy), in New York City.
SS
Sarthak Soni
Senior Associate, PwC US
Happy to connect with you again! I have joined city of Charlotte. We connected before my final interview. Your tips helped me in my final round. Thanks a lot for your help!
RM
Rasika Mahadeshwar
City of Charlotte
It was a pleasure attending your session at EMSA's Class to Industry: Career Insights Workshop. I truly appreciated your practical insights on application strategy, networking, and interview preparation. Thank you for sharing your experience and guidance.
SS
Sampada Suresh
Workshop Attendee
I got into Anthropic and Acorns. Thank you for genuinely helping me and listening to me on that call. When I was interviewing for these companies all I remember was one line from that call "Prepare for your interviews as if this is the last one". To be honest that sentence kept on popping up in my mind at every phase of interview. I kept reminding myself it's do or die this time!
SN
Sejal Nayak
Anthropic & Acorns
Thank you, Margil! I've been following your posts and wanted to let you know you're doing an excellent job spreading knowledge. As an early career professional, I find your insights incredibly motivating and helpful. I really appreciate the support.
RS
Rohan Shrestha
Early Career Professional
I'm Nikita from the MSBAIM program at Purdue University. I attended your session today and just wanted to share that it was incredibly insightful and timely. It was especially helpful for many of us as we begin exploring and reaching out for full-time opportunities. I really appreciated your practical advice and candid insights about navigating the process. Thank you again for taking the time to speak with us - it truly helped us.
NC
Nikita Chopde
Purdue University
I was truly impressed by your insights during the recent BCS session. Your approach to product management and innovation resonates deeply with my aspirations in supply chain management. I'd love to connect and exchange ideas!
CM
Chetan Mani Chandra
BCS Session Attendee
I really appreciate your posts. They have been a big source of motivation for me as an international student. Thank you for taking the time to share such useful information.
NA
Nashra Ali
International Student
Thank you so much Margil for your guidance! I really feel very motivated after talking to you. Now I'm super ready and focused for next 3-4 months to just work my best without thinking much about the outcome.
SM
Shreya Madaan
Job Seeker
I just wanted to take a moment to personally thank you. When I reached out to you earlier this year, you took the time to speak with me, share advice, and genuinely support me. I wanted to let you know that after interning at a firm as a data analyst I've started a new full-time role as a Research & Reporting Analyst at East Texas A&M University. I truly implemented so much of the guidance you shared, and I want you to know that your support played a real part in helping me get here.
VR
Varshenne Reddi
Research & Reporting Analyst, Texas A&M
I just wanted to thank you again. It's been almost a month of applying, and although I haven't received an offer yet, I did reach the final round at one place even without sponsorship. One thing I truly held onto from our call was your reminder not to doubt myself. That really helped me stay grounded throughout the process. I genuinely appreciate all your support and the tips you shared.
SC
Shruthi Cheguri
Job Seeker
I just wanted to say a big thank you for all your support during my job hunt! Your advice and encouragement really meant a lot and helped keep me motivated. I'm excited to share that I recently started working as a BI Analyst, and I couldn't have done it without the help of amazing connections like you. Let's definitely stay in touch.
RH
Rakshanda Hedawoo
BI Analyst
Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me. I came away with a lot to think about after our conversation and your advice is definitely gonna help me a lot in my job search! Good luck with work and your future endeavors!
PC
Panama Chowdary
Job Seeker
Thank you again for sharing your time and expertise with our Minnesota Carlson students and alumni. Your advice is spot on and much appreciated. Always good to hear professionals in the industry reinforce things we are telling the students, and for them to hear it from someone outside our office.
EC
Erin Chamlee
Associate Director, University of Minnesota
I wanted to thank you again for joining us last night. Students really appreciated your generosity for showing up, practical advice, and encouragement. I heard several comments afterward about how relatable you were, and about how helpful it was to get advice from someone at your level.
CB
Chloe Benjamin
Duke University
Thank you so much for the workshop! It was really informative and helpful. I'm pretty sure our students learned a lot from your experiences and wisdom. Let's keep in touch and hope you all the best with your work and life.
SS
Dr. Shiyu Sun
UIUC
It was really so nice to interact with you today at Texas A&M! Your candid insights and job strategies were very helpful to give me an idea of what I need to do moving forward, so thank you.
SB
Smit Bhatt
Texas A&M
Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me on Friday. I enjoyed our conversation and learning more about your journey at Goldman Sachs, as well as your insights and advice on applying for jobs. I truly appreciate your advice and the encouragement you shared, it gave me a lot to think about as I explore my own career path. Wishing you continued success, and I hope we can stay in touch.
FI
Farduus Ibraahim
Career Mentee
Thank you for taking the time to talk with me and share your insights on the application process. It was really helpful, will try to use these filters and cold mail people. Hopefully something works out soon!
AJ
Antara Joshi
Job Seeker
As an international student I had a lot of doubts about networking and resumes. Your session at UMN Carlson school of management today clarified a lot of them. Thank you so much!
DL
Dhairya Lunia
UMN Carlson School of Management
Recommendations

What leaders say

"Margil distinguished himself as an outstanding student who went above and beyond to onboard our incoming graduate students. He did this voluntarily and enhanced our incoming cohort's graduate student experience. His dedication, talent, and strategic engagement methods were readily apparent, and we created a graduate student recruiter position uniquely for him which is something we had not done before. Margil served (and continues to serve) as SU's College of Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Student Recruiter and Mentor. His work ethic, simply put, is unparalleled. In addition, since joining the team, we saw our largest cohort of incoming graduate students, and Margil played a large role in this. He conducts prospective and admitted student webinars, provides guidance to incoming students, and personalized feedback. Margil's initiative, attention to detail, and commitment is truly impressive. I have worked with a number of students throughout the years, and he will always stand out as the top student I have ever interacted with. I would not hesitate for a moment to recommend him to anyone."
MC
Mary Collier
Executive Director, Syracuse University
"I am writing this letter to enthusiastically recommend Margil Gandhi for any position he may be pursuing in the field of Product Management. I have known Margil for over 1.5 years during his time at CXtec, where he displayed remarkable talent and dedication. During his tenure at CXtec, Margil showcased his exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail. These qualities were not only evident in his work but also in his ability to approach complex problems and find innovative solutions. Margil's capacity to grasp intricate product-related information and discern key insights was truly impressive. Margil's ability to listen attentively and apply processed information is a testament to his strong communication skills, a crucial trait for any aspiring product manager. He consistently exceeded my expectations by taking on challenging tasks and delivering results that demonstrated his commitment to excellence. Moreover, Margil's motivation and determination are noteworthy. He possesses a strong work ethic and consistently exhibits a high level of decision-making ability. These qualities make him well-suited for the dynamic and fast-paced world of Product Management. His ability to synthesize data, identify market trends, and translate them into actionable product strategies sets him apart as a standout candidate for Product Management roles. I have no doubt that Margil Gandhi has the potential to excel in a Product Management role. His analytical prowess, attention to detail, and proficiency in product-related tasks, and dedication to delivering outstanding results will undoubtedly contribute to the growth and success of any organization. I wholeheartedly recommend him and believe that he has a bright future in the field of Product Management."
JH
Jim Hazelton
Director of Operations, CXtec

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