As an Interim Software Product Owner, I spearhead strategic software development initiatives for future programs. My role involves cross-functional collaboration and driving Agile practices to deliver high-value products that align with company objectives and exceed client expectations. I also lead a new team of starters, utilizing my experience to guide and mentor them, ensuring smooth project execution and shaping the team’s development until a suitable Product Owner is appointed.- Spearheaded planning and execution for future software programs.-Prioritized and oversaw off-cycle development for emerging opportunities.-Fostered collaboration across product teams, developers, and stakeholders.- Actively engaged with clients to gather feedback and shape user-centric solutions.- Led a team of starters, guiding their development and ensuring project progress in the absence of a dedicated Product Owner.- Championed Agile practices, leading sprint planning, retrospectives, and stand-ups.

As a software engineer specializing in diagnostics and cybersecurity, I led various future vehicle projects focused on enhancing serviceability, reducing warranty issues, and ensuring secure, reliable systems, particularly in vehicle headlamp and rear lamp development. I worked closely with suppliers to address microcontroller security, assessing vulnerabilities and mitigating risks at both the network and component levels. This included making key decisions to protect the vehicle from software over-the-air (SOTA) and software download (SWDL) attacks, ensuring the integrity of the broader vehicle system. In parallel, I led supplier engagements to ensure effective collaboration, clear communication, and successful project delivery, contributing to the enhancement of future vehicle programs' serviceability and cybersecurity standards.- Led software development for future vehicle headlamp and rear lamp projects.- Implemented diagnostic and cybersecurity measures to enhance vehicle functionality and security.- Collaborated with suppliers to address microcontroller security risks and improve overall serviceability.- Played a key role in reducing warranty issues and generating cost savings through improved diagnostics and cybersecurity.- Led supplier meetings to ensure effective communication, issue resolution, and successful project delivery, fostering expertise in diagnostics and functional safety.

In this role, I balance university studies with hands-on off-cycle development projects. This apprenticeship is aimed at building my software engineering skills while contributing to ongoing development efforts.Combined university training with practical software development experience.- Contributed to off-cycle development initiatives, focusing on innovation.- Developed expertise in software engineering principles and practices.- Worked alongside seasoned professionals to refine coding and development skills.- Enhanced understanding of Agile and product management methodologies.

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