Rahul Mallapur is the Cofounder and CEO of Blitzllama, a company he has led since 2021. He has a strong background in product management and engineering, with experience at notable companies like Zynga and GetMega.
Work at Blitzllama
Rahul Mallapur serves as the Cofounder and CEO of Blitzllama, a company that is part of the Y Combinator W22 batch. He has held this position since 2021, operating from the San Francisco Bay Area. Under his leadership, Blitzllama focuses on developing AI-powered platforms that enhance customer insights. His role involves overseeing product development and strategic direction, leveraging his extensive experience in managing high-engagement products.
Education and Expertise
Rahul Mallapur studied at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, where he earned a Dual Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Tech. + M.Tech.) from 2009 to 2014. He furthered his education at the Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management at IIT Bombay, obtaining a Minor in Management from 2010 to 2013. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in product management and technology.
Professional Background
Before co-founding Blitzllama, Rahul Mallapur held several key positions in various companies. He worked as a Product Manager at Zynga from 2017 to 2019, where he contributed to gaming products. He then served as a Senior Product Manager at GetMega for one year, focusing on product strategy. Prior to that, he was the Head of Product and a Founding Member at Tinystep from 2015 to 2017. His career began as a Business Analyst at Target from 2014 to 2015.
Achievements in Product Management
Rahul Mallapur has demonstrated significant achievements in product management throughout his career. He has experience managing products with over 100,000 daily active users, indicating his capability in scaling and maintaining high-engagement products. His work spans across diverse industries, including gaming, social networks, e-commerce, and non-profits, which contributes to his comprehensive understanding of various market dynamics.