The Startup Operator

EP 19 : Engineering Management with Sidu Ponnappa | SVP - Engineering @ Gojek

Jun 27, 2020
Sidu Ponnappa, SVP of Engineering at Gojek, shares insights on transitioning from founder to operator, powering Gojek's growth, building winning products, team dynamics, product development, navigating roles, engineering recruitment strategies, single app vs. multiple apps strategy, transitioning to a platform, onboarding, and overcoming burnout through delegation.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Journey of Entrepreneurship and Adaptation
02:01 • 14min
3
Evolution of Business Model in Startup Journey
15:36 • 21min
4
Navigating Roles and Responsibilities in Product Development
36:38 • 12min
5
Evolution of Product Management Role and Software Development Challenges
49:05 • 15min
6
Engineering Recruitment Strategies at Gojek
01:03:45 • 7min
7
Exploring Single App vs. Multiple Apps Strategy in Market Context
01:10:33 • 2min
8
Transitioning from Product to Platform: Adding Use Cases and Monetizing Core Assets
01:12:15 • 2min
9
Navigating Onboarding and Transitioning to Management
01:14:20 • 17min
10
Overcoming Burnout Through Delegation
01:31:45 • 5min