Debaprasad Badajena — Product Manager
Product Manager with a blend of strategy, AI-driven innovation, and operational execution. Currently driving GenAI initiatives at American Express, integrating RAG systems to transform customer query resolution through LLMs. Spearheading the design of a centralized CMS for risk knowledge management—enabling scalable, semantic, and structured content pipelines. Previously led go-to-market and credit risk initiatives with a portfolio impact of $60M+, optimizing customer engagement and driving platform migrations across UK and EU markets. Recognized with multiple Analyst of the Quarter awards for delivering value through automation, innovation, and cross-functional alignment. Started my journey as a DevOps engineer at Tata Digital (TataNEU) deploying CI/CD pipelines on Azure and container orchestration via Docker & Kubernetes. Earlier, worked on deep learning and NLP models as a data science intern at ISI Kolkata and Amex. Beyond work, I’ve led large-scale events as Student Convener at NIT Rourkela, managing 350+ members and 12K+ attendees. I’m passionate about building AI-driven solutions that are scalable, impactful, and human-centered. Let’s connect if you’re passionate about product innovation, GenAI, or building for scale.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech Product Manager with expertise in AI-driven solutions and strategic risk management.
Location: Gurugram, Haryana, India
Experience: 8 yrs 10 mos
Skills
- Product Management
- Product Strategy
- Data Analysis
- Machine Learning
- Data Science
Career Highlights
- Led GenAI initiatives at American Express.
- Achieved $60M+ portfolio impact through strategic risk initiatives.
- Recognized multiple times as Analyst of the Quarter.
Work Experience
American Express
Assistant Product Manager (2 yrs 4 mos)
Senior Associate (8 mos)
Associate (1 yr 4 mos)
Tata Digital
DevOps Engineer (6 mos)
American Express
Data Analyst (2 mos)
National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Student Mentor, Institute Counseling Services (1 yr 9 mos)
Convener, Innovision - Tech Fest NIT Rourkela (9 mos)
Indian Statistical Instiute, Kolkata
Summer Research Intern (2 mos)
National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Member, AASRA (Social Service Club) (3 mos)
Secretary, DBA Hall Management Committee (11 mos)
Chief Coordinator, Entrepreneurship Cell, NITR (1 yr)
ExpertsHub Industry Skill Development Centre
IoT Intern (0 mo)
Dekho Market
Chief Operations Officer (1 yr 4 mos)
National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Delegate, NIT Conclave (0 mo)
Chief Coordinator, Axiom - The Mathematics Club (2 yrs)
Core Member, SPAWN, Coding Club (2 yrs)
Senior Member, Cognizen - The Economics & Polity Club (2 yrs)
Education
Bachelor of Technology - BTech at National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Higher Secondary at Mother's Public School
High School at DM School Bhubaneswar