Vaishnavi Awasthi

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT VAISHNAVI AWASTHI

We’re not competitor obsessed, we’re customer obsessed. We start with the customer and we work backwards.” – Jeff Bezos. I have learned that the most meaningful products start with the customer. Retention, growth, and profit are simply by-products of listening, empathizing, and solving real problems for customers.I started as an engineer specializing in cybersecurity, and later transitioned into Product Management at Qualys, where I loved blending technical expertise with customer-focused product thinking. Solving real-world problems, collaborating with teams, and seeing ideas come to life fueled my passion. To take this journey further, I’m now pursuing my Master’s in Engineering Management at Duke University to strengthen my business and leadership skills.I naturally thrive at- Cross-functional collaboration: Partnering seamlessly with engineering, UX, sales, and customer success to bring ideas to life- Customer-first problem solving: Turning customer insights into meaningful, scalable, and secure products- Balancing strategy and execution: Aligning technical feasibility with business goals to deliver measurable impact- Continuous learning: Staying curious about emerging technologies, business strategies, and market trends.What drives me is simple: building products that people trust, enjoy using, and that genuinely make their lives easier.Outside of work, I fuel my creativity through Indian classical music, dance, painting, and piano, keeping me expressive, grounded, and curious. I’m actively seeking Spring 2026 Product Management internship opportunities where I can bring my technical depth, product mindset, and customer-first approach to create real impact. Contact me at: v••••••••@gmail.com