Hi, I'm Brendan Lim - Senior Product Manager at Google
I'm passionate about building impactful products that blend deep technical insight with user-centric design. I thrive in fast-paced environments, from startup launches to leading product at tech giants, always aiming to solve complex challenges and create meaningful experiences.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Co-founded a YC-backed startup, Kicksend, demonstrating entrepreneurial success.
Currently driving product strategy as a Senior Product Manager at Google.
Can help others by providing strategic product guidance and mentorship.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Technical Foundations
Began career in Systems Architecture, building a strong technical base.
✦ Systems Architecture
✦ Technical Foundations
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Co-founded Kicksend, gaining invaluable startup and co-founder experience.
✦ Co-founder
✦ Startup
✦ YC Alum
Product Leadership Roles
Transitioned into Product Management at Lyft and Firebase, driving growth.
✦ Product Management
✦ Growth
✦ User Experience
Current Impact at Google
Currently shaping products as a Senior Product Manager at Google.
✦ Product Management
✦ Innovation
💪🏻 Superpowers
Product Visionary & Builder
Translating complex ideas into successful products.
✦ Led product at Google, Firebase, and Lyft.
✦ Co-founded a YC-backed startup, Kicksend.
✦ Authored technical books on iOS and MacRuby.
Entrepreneurial Drive
Navigating the startup ecosystem with a founder's mindset.
✦ Experience as an Angel Investor since 2017.
✦ Co-founded Kicksend, a YC S11 company.
✦ Passionate about identifying and nurturing new ventures.
Technical Depth & Product Craft
Bridging deep technical knowledge with user-centric product development.
✦ Background in Systems Architecture.
✦ Skilled in iOS and Android development.
✦ Focus on creating intuitive user experiences.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring new investment opportunities in innovative startups.
✦ Connecting with founders building disruptive technologies.
✦ Mentoring emerging product leaders and entrepreneurs.
I can help with
✦ Offering strategic guidance on product development and market fit.
✦ Sharing insights on scaling tech companies from a founder's perspective.
✦ Providing mentorship on navigating the product management landscape.
I would love your help on
✦ Discovering early-stage companies with strong founding teams.
✦ Finding unique collaborations in the AI and mobile spaces.
✦ Identifying emerging trends in consumer tech and SaaS.