
At the time of the interview, Unni Ravindranathan was the product lead at famous payment processing platform, Stripe. He currently works as the product lead for Plaid and has worked at a variety of companies including Microsoft and Okta. He is responsible for the development and strategic direction of the company's financial technology products and services. This involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and data scientists, to establish product roadmaps, prioritize feature development, and ensure that Plaid's offerings align with customer needs and business objectives. Market trend analysis, competitor assessment, and incorporating user feedback are also key aspects of his responsibilities, ultimately shaping the user experience and functionality of Plaid's financial technology solutions.