Manisha D

Technology and research professional with hands-on experience in AI, cloud infrastructure, and data analytics, actively building toward a Product Management career. Demonstrated ability to define product requirements, collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, and drive data-informed decisions across government-funded R&D and startup environments.

Oracle Cloud

Infrastructure certified in Generative AI, AI Foundations, and Cloud Fundamentals. Proficient in Agile, Scrum, PRD development, user story creation, Python, LLMs, and RAG-based product architecture. Experienced in writing user stories, defining acceptance criteria, and collaborating with scrum teams to deliver high-quality digital platforms, with exposure to platform-based product development and a strong understanding of technical and operational risk considerations.

Research Project Associate – I - CSIR-NIIST - Thiruvananthapuram, India

(2024-03 - 2026-03)

• Agrivoltaics Technology Development Project (₹2 Crore Government-funded R&D Program).
• Contributed to the design, installation, and performance monitoring of agrivoltaics pilot plants (5–25 kW) deployed across multiple research locations in India.
• Collected and analyzed real-time environmental sensor datasets, including solar radiation, temperature, humidity, and crop physiological parameters, using Python, Excel, and cloud-based data tools.
• Performed solar PV energy generation and performance analysis, correlating environmental variables with system efficiency and crop growth trends.
• Supported technology validation from TRL-3 concept stage to TRL-7 field deployment under a ₹2 Crore government-supported project.
• Coordinated with government stakeholders and research teams to define project requirements, track milestones, and communicate progress across the R&D Program.
• Developed technical documentation, data reports, and project presentations for scientists, engineers, and government stakeholders to support system evaluation and decision-making.

Product Analyst Intern - Musa Eco Packaging - Kattankulathur, TN

(2022-03 - 2024-03)

• Defined product requirements and testing workflows for an internal quality-assurance system that automated daily unit testing to improve product stability and development efficiency.
• Used Python and AutoCAD to structure and aggregate testing outputs into organized datasets for performance tracking and analysis.
• Built automated reporting dashboards using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, enabling teams to visualize daily test results and monitor product performance.
• Collaborated with cross-functional team members using Agile practices, participating in scrum ceremonies, writing user stories, and defining acceptance criteria to drive iterative feature delivery.
• Supported the startup in preparing materials for an MSME Innovative Hackathon, contributing to the proposal that secured ₹25 Lakh seed funding for product development and market expansion.
• Contributed to early product strategy discussions, helping shape product branding, storytelling, and positioning to strengthen the startup’s value proposition.

Surveyor Intern - Survey Board of India - Chengalpattu, TN

(2022-05 - 2022-07)

• Contributed to the digitization and modernization of district land record systems by supporting updates to cadastral and administrative maps used in public land management.
• Utilized Collabland GIS software to perform survey map digitization, mosaicing, and spatial data integration, enabling accurate digital land records for government databases.
• Coordinated with engineering and GIS teams through CollabWeb version control systems to manage map revisions, track task assignments, and ensure data integrity across updates.
• Supported data validation and workflow documentation for land record computerization initiatives, improving traceability and reducing manual processing errors.

Product Engineering Intern - BTV - Remote, India

(2020-08 - 2021-03)

• Evaluated food products against defined nutritional and ingredient criteria, supporting internal product reviews and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Collaborated with R&D, quality assurance, and sourcing teams to assess raw material selection and maintain consistency in goods used for food manufacturing.
• Analyzed consumer preferences, nutritional benchmarks, and product feedback to support improvements in formulation and product positioning.
• Assisted in iterating and developing new food products aligned with customer demand, market trends, and nutritional requirements.
• Documented product specifications, review outcomes, and development insights to support cross-functional decision-making and product lifecycle management.

Bachelor of Engineering - Agricultural Engineering - SRM Valliammai Engineering College (2019-07 - 2023-04)