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Critical TechWorksProduct Visionary
Aug. 2022 - Dec. 2023Porto, Porto, PortugalIn 17 months as a Product Owner in the automotive software industry, I led the development and maintenance of a CI/CD testing environment, focusing on software testing infrastructure and testing farm hardware. Responsibilities:
As a Product Owner, I prioritized backlogs for software development and hardware maintenance, collaborating with clients and stakeholders. I played a key role in creating roadmaps and long-term development plans with my cross-functional team. Achievements:
Over 15 months, I achieved a fivefold increase in testing farm capacity, managing multiple hardware generations and versions effectively. Skill Development:
I underwent training in Agile methodology and the Product Owner role, enhancing my skills. Soft-skills training improved my communication and facilitation abilities. Transition to Corporate Environment:
With 15 years of experience in startups and small businesses, this role marked my successful transition to a large corporate setting, broadening my perspective and adaptability. In summary, my tenure as a Product Owner reflects impactful achievements, continuous skill development, and a successful transition to the corporate landscape.
Origin Charging TechnologiesProduct Owner
Feb. 2022 - Jul. 2022Working with Origin was my first dip into the Automotive industry. It is a company developing charging solutions for electric vehicles. Responsibilities:
I was responsible for developing two new charging stations: a regular Type 2 station and a DCFC station for the extreme conditions of Dubai desert regions.
I created roadmaps and development plans, and prioritized tasks within the development backlogs. The job required coming up with a new design for the station given the company’s engineering and manufacturing possibilities. Achievements:
In only 6 months my team created a new Type 2 station design, built a prototype, and put a small batch into production. Skill Development:
While working hands-on on the electric charging station design I learned the industry standards and available technologies. I also had to pass a mandatory certification for HV electrical equipment maintenance. Extra
Another part of my responsibilities was consulting company management with lectures on Product Design and hardware R&D management.
Dragon Tree Labs Chief Engineering Designer
Nov. 2021 - Feb. 2022Moscow City, RussiaCoordinated company's attempt on making a telepresence robot.
Delivered a working mechanical prototype in 2 months.
Hito, IncProduct Design Consultant
Sep. 2021Helping to build and fund an innovative hardware crypto wallet.
Woodenshark, LLCHead of Design and Mechanical Departments
Sep. 2020 - Sep. 2021St Petersburg City, RussiaMain Responsibilities:
- Led and managed both creative and mechanical teams: product designers, graphic designers, technical writers, mechanical engineers and junior engineers;
- Represented both departments on all calls and meetings with clients;
- Processed inbound requests and information into practical tasks for both teams and workload plans for the project management;
- Conducted product development analytics for inbound projects: feasibility research, development planning; Achievements:
- Delivered 8+ projects for major clients (Dupont, Colgate, Schlumberger, Wabco, KTC, Daikin) via Moeco partnership;
- Created series of service packages for both my depts: Product Design Package, Mechanical Research Package etc. Each package consisted of an explanation, inputs and outputs, template schedule and presentation materials;
- Ordered by the new CEO, I made the complete analysis of all the company's services related to hardware development, services overviews and planning templates.
Woodenshark, LLCProduct Owner
Sep. 2019 - Sep. 2020St Petersburg, St Petersburg City, RussiaMain Responsibilities:
- Led the product research, design and development for Altos portable CO2 meter;
- Led the creative team developing product design, graphic and video materials for inner Woodenshark projects and for our clients as well;
- Conducted product development analysis for inbound projects: feasibility research, development planning;
- Consulted mechanic engineering team: device architecture, moving parts solution, materials and manufacturing issues. Achievements:
- Delivered the small-batch ready product by the end of 2020;
- Created the concept, product design and prototypes for Blanc, post-covid era face mask;
- Delivered product design for Motorica arm prosthesis.
Woodenshark, LLCArt Director
Feb. 2017 - Sep. 2019St Petersburg, St Petersburg City, RussiaMain Responsibilities:
- Led the creative team developing product design, graphic and video materials for inner Woodenshark projects and for our clients as well;
- Conducted product development analysis for inbound projects: feasibility research, development planning;
- Consulted mechanic engineering team: device architecture, moving parts solution, materials and manufacturing issues. Achievements:
- Delviered the product design and prototypes for Cherry AI-based home security system;
- Delivered mechanical concept, product design and prototypes for Boxy portable vending machine;
- Delivered a series of animated shorts explaining crypto technologies for CoinTelegraph media;
- Delivered BitRide, a VR videogame for CoinTelegraph.
Woodenshark, LLCProduct Development Manager
Jun. 2014 - Feb. 2017St Petersburg City, RussiaMain Responsibilities:
- Led the product development of Lightpack II and Pixels;
- Managed and supported the product mechanical design and prototype creation;
- Created and supporting the UX flow for the devices and the mobile app;
- Managed the graphic design teams creating UI, presentations, website and marketing materials;
- Created the 2016' Kickstarter campaign for Lightpack II project;
- Supported company clients' projects with product planning, product and graphic design, mechanical design and prototyping. Achievements:
- Delivered series of working prototypes for Lightpack II;
- Developed, programmed and delivered working prototypes for Pixels;
- Delivered working prototypes for: - RobotRock robot playing a classical guitar, - Tatakoto portable medical lab, - Cappasity 3D scanning booth, - Oriense navigator for blind and vision-impaired patients;
- Created the 2016' Kickstarter campaign for Lightpack II ($567,056 KS & IGG combined);
- Directed, shot and edited all the Lightpack II promotional videos.
Woodenshark LLCProduct Manager
Apr. 2012 - Jun. 2014Saint-PetersburgMain Responsibilities:
- Led the development of TapTap wristband;
- Managed and supported the product mechanical design and prototype creation;
- Creating and supported the UX flow for the device and the mobile app;
- Managed the graphic design teams creating UI, presentation, website and marketing materials;
- Supported the 2013' Kickstarter campaign for Lightpack project with graphic materials: (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/woodenshark/lightpack-ambient-backlight-for-your-displays) Achievements:
- Delivered a working prototype for TapTap wristband' hardware and software in 4 months;
- Delivered prototypes for AlpineReplay: Trace sport tracker and SoundSight camera-headphones;
- Created the packaging artwork for Lightpack;
- Created the 2013' Kickstarter campaign for the TapTap wristband (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/woodenshark/taptap-wristband-a-new-way-to-say-i-love-you?ref=profile_created);
- Directed and hand animated three promotional videos for TapTap wristband.
Fischer Audio GmbHSenior Product Manager
Sep. 2010 - Apr. 2012Main tasks:
- R&D for new earphones, headphones and audio accessories models;
- Art-directed packaging design, online and offline marketing materials;
- Managed remote production on manufacturing facilities in China and Taiwan; Achievements:
- Created an on-site production and assembly line for the top models in Saint-Petersburg;
- Designed and produced high quality packaging for the HiFi audio equipment line Master Series;
- Designed product concept and premium packaging for Wicked Queen headphones and Oldskool 33 1/3 headphones (later featured on LovelyPackage.com);
- Launched SBA-03, Ceramique, Wasp, FA-555, Red Stripe earphones;
- Designed series of posters for company marketing.
Fischer Audio GmbHProduct Line Manager
Jan. 2008 - Aug. 2010Main tasks:
- Concepted new earphones and headphones models;
- Art-directed packaging design, online and offline marketing materials;
- Made 3D and hand drawn illustrations for packaging and marketing;
- Managed remote production on manufacturing facilities in China and Taiwan;
- Researched and solved production quality issues. Achievements:
- Created, designed, managed and launched the ToughStuff earphones series (TS-9001, TS-9002, TS-9003 and co-managed TS-9005) - later considered the most successful FA series by the sales team;
- Launched products in high segment: Marcus, MightyBug, FA-010, Draco,
- mid segment: Tau, HS-0102, Sirius, Stella, Stella TS-mode, FA-777:Dots, FA-503,
- and low-end: FA-777, FA-455, FA-457.
Fischer Audio GmbHProduct Manager
Jul. 2007 - Jan. 2008Main tasks:
- Managed remote production on different manufacturing facilities in Shenzhen, China;
- Enforced quality control with the factories;
- Researched and solved production quality issues. Achievements:
- Launched a headset model HF-988i, AD-215x accessories and FA-788 earphones. Supported both official websites: fischeraudio.ru and fischeraudio.com
Actively participated in development of corporate strategy, managed marketing issues, naming of the new headphone series.
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