Life at Trilitech | Sid Gupta, Product Manager

This week, we’re excited to introduce another one of our Product Managers, Sid, whose journey to Trilitech has been shaped by curiosity, growth, and a passion for seeing the bigger picture.

Can you summarise your career before Trilitech?

I studied Computer Engineering and started my career as a software engineer at a high-frequency trading firm, where I worked for four years. While I enjoyed the technical challenges, I wanted to move into a role where I could answer the “why” behind what I was building, rather than just focusing on execution. That led me to pursue an MBA and transition into Product Management.

What was your journey into Web3?

Coming from a TradFi (traditional finance) background, I learned a lot about trading and financial systems. As crypto started gaining traction, I became fascinated by its potential—especially its potential to democratise finance and enhance the efficiency of financial systems. During my MBA, I interned at a crypto company to deepen my understanding of the space. That experience confirmed my interest and made me want to work in Web3 full-time.

Why Trilitech?

During my internship in crypto, I worked at an institutional level, but I wanted something more end-customer-facing. Trilitech offered the perfect balance: a smaller, agile organisation where my work has a direct and highly-visible impact on end users. There’s also a lot of autonomy. At bigger companies, you can be constrained by rigid processes, but here, I have the freedom to build and execute on my vision.

What does your day-to-day as a Product Manager look like?

No two days are the same, but there are some constants in my role. I work closely with engineers to execute on product roadmaps, participate in daily engineering stand-ups, and ensure alignment between business and technical priorities. Stakeholder management is also a big part of my day—whether that’s working with our BD, Marketing,Legal and Product Design teams on a weekly basis or collaborating closely with Benedikt, the Engineering Manager for my team. 

My time is split between the business side of Product (figuring out what we’re building and why) and the engineering side (how we’re building it, what the MVP will be, and how we scale from there).

How do you collaborate with teams in the Tezos ecosystem?

One of the things I love about Trilitech is how collaborative the ecosystem is. Internally, everyone is open and willing to take the time to talk things through, which makes working here incredibly productive. 

Beyond Trilitech, the broader ecosystem is also very engaged. There’s a strong culture of collaboration on Slack–we have active channels where we interact with partners across the space. If we need to tackle something together, we set up virtual meetings or meet in person in London or Paris. It’s great to work in an environment where people are genuinely keen to build together.

What project are you currently working on?

Right now, I’m working on two key projects. The first is Kanvas, a white-label digital collectibles storefront solution where we work closely with brands looking to engage with their fans through gamification and Web3 technology. 

The second is a RWA (Real World Assets) platform, Uranium.io; an exciting initiative that leverages the core value proposition of blockchain technology to democratise access to financial investments. Traditionally, the investments we’re focusing on haven’t been accessible to retail audiences, and we’re working to change that.

How would you describe your first month at Trilitech? How is it different today?

My first month was all about figuring out how a smaller company operates and understanding the role of a Product Manager in this setting. I spent a lot of time defining my scope—where it begins and ends—and getting a handle on market needs and requirements. 

Now, I have a much clearer picture of what I want my role to be, and I’m able to focus on building impactful products with a strong strategic vision.

What’s your favourite thing about Trilitech?

The people. Everyone here is not only incredibly smart but also open and collaborative. There’s a great vibe in the office, which makes it an enjoyable place to work.

What’s been your highlight so far?

Working on the RWA project has been a major highlight. I was initially hired for Kanvas, but when the RWA project was being launched, I asked to get involved, because it sounded like an exciting challenge.

It’s been a quick and steep learning curve, but I’ve been able to use my previous experience in trading to hit the ground running. We built the platform from the ground up in just two months—seeing that progress in such a short time has been incredibly rewarding.

What tips do you have for product managers looking to break into Web3?

Take time to understand the basics of the industry—you don’t need to be an expert, but a decent foundation helps. Focus on understanding the value proposition and how blockchain can be used to build compelling products. Be curious! Web3 is a young industry that evolves rapidly, so being adaptable and eager to learn is key.

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Sid’s story is a great example of how a technical background, combined with a strong curiosity for the “why” behind products, can lead to exciting opportunities in Web3.

Interested in joining the Product team? Check out our openings.