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How Do Product Managers Get Hired in Fintech? Skills That Matter Now!

19th July 2025 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | CMRIT Campus, Bengaluru


 

Breaking into the fintech space as a product manager takes more than conventional PM skills - it requires a sharp grasp of evolving financial technologies, regulatory landscapes, and user trust dynamics. With fintech companies scaling rapidly and redefining digital finance experiences, the bar for hiring product talent is higher than ever.

In this exclusive Industry Connect session, Nitin Pulyani, Senior Vice President of Product Management at Cashfree Payments, will unpack the evolving hiring playbook in fintech. Drawing from real-world hiring patterns, team-building experience, and deep industry insights, Nitin will shed light on what makes a candidate stand out in 2025 and what skills are absolutely non-negotiable for PMs aiming to succeed in this space.

Whether you're transitioning into fintech or looking to sharpen your edge, this session will equip you with a clear understanding of how to navigate the hiring landscape and position yourself for success.

 
​3 Key Takeaways:
 
  • Product Hiring Process at High-Growth Fintechs
  • How to Stand Out as a PM Candidate in 2025
  • The Non-Negotiables in a Fintech PM Role
**Please NoteIf attending in person is not feasible, please register to join the session live via Zoom

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   Speaker



Nitin Pulyani
Senior Vice President of Product Management  

Cashfree Payments

Nitin Pulyani is a seasoned product leader with over 15 years of experience across fintech, mobility, lending, and digital commerce. He currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Product Management at Cashfree Payments, where he leads strategic initiatives aimed at transforming digital payment experiences in India.

Prior to this, Nitin held key leadership roles at some of India’s most impactful tech companies including PhonePe, Jupiter, Ola, NeoGrowth, and TaxiForSure, where he spearheaded the development of scalable product ecosystems, launched new business verticals, and built high-performing product teams. His work has impacted millions of consumers and merchants particularly in the areas of digital payments, financial services, lending products, and merchant experiences.

An alumnus of IIT-BHU and ISB Hyderabad, Nitin brings deep expertise in product strategy, digital transformation, user-centric design, and go-to-market execution. He is known for his entrepreneurial mindset and ability to identify high-growth opportunities in complex and fast-evolving markets.

 
 

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