Tech & Product Leader | AI, Automation & Cloud | API Strategy & Embedded Systems | Agile & Digital Transformation
Aktualisiert am 17.03.2025
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Product & Data Strategy & Roadmap
Software Engineering & Delivery
Agile Project & Product Management
AI & Automation
IoT & Digital Transformation
Aligning Tech with Business Strategy
Building & Scaling Teams
Stakeholder Management & Leadership
Data Analytics & Decision Making
Cross-Functional Collaboration
TECHNOLOGYCloud Platforms: GCP
AWS
AzureCollaboration Tools: Slack
Miro
Microsoft TeamsCRM & Data: Salesforce
PowerBI
Tableau
Adobe AnalyticsDesign & Collaboration: Figma
Microsoft TeamsProduct Management: Jira
Confluence
Trello
English
Verhandlungssicher
German
Verhandlungssicher

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Munich (+50km)
Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

2 Jahre 10 Monate
2022-06 - heute

Defined product vision, strategy, and roadmap

HEAD OF PRODUCT - DIGITAL TOOLS
HEAD OF PRODUCT - DIGITAL TOOLS
  • Spearheaded SaaS solution for Architects and construction professionals, launching a portfolio of digital tools across 25+ markets.
  • Defined product vision, strategy, and roadmap, collaborating with country stakeholders, engineering, and GTM teams.
  • Integrated AI-driven use-cases into construction planning, enhancing efficiency by 20% in key workflows.
  • Led cross-functional teams (Product Owner, UX, Engineering, Data, and Go-to-Market) to align product development with business goals, tracking OKRs for impact measurement.
Knauf Digital
Munich
5 Jahre 10 Monate
2016-08 - 2022-05

Developed advanced electronics software platforms

GROUP MANAGER SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
GROUP MANAGER SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • Led a team of 20+ software engineers and product owners ensuring timely delivery and consistent quality for IoT-enabled power tool electronics platform.
  • Developed advanced electronics software platforms, boosting tool efficiency by 20% and development speed by 50%.
  • Streamlined development processes, reducing time-to-market by 20% and enhancing performance.
Hilti Group
Munich
1 Jahr 11 Monate
2014-09 - 2016-07

Delivered BMW EV projects

HEAD OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
HEAD OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • Founding member of a startup, built and scaled a team of 20+ software engineers from scratch.
  • Developed modular battery management systems for mobile and EV applications.
  • Delivered BMW EV projects, contributing to a 15% revenue growth.
On request
Munich
3 Jahre 6 Monate
2011-03 - 2014-08

Led technical coordination of software development

LEAD CONSULTANT
LEAD CONSULTANT
  • Led technical coordination of software development in BMW projects
  • Developed state-of-charge and state-of-health algorithms for BMW's EV Battery Management System.
BMW EV Battery Systems
Munich
1 Jahr 7 Monate
2009-08 - 2011-02

Developed adaptive algorithms for intelligent prostheses and orthoses

DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
  • Developed adaptive algorithms for intelligent prostheses and orthoses, improving biomechanical performance.
OttoBock
Göttingen
1 Jahr 5 Monate
2007-12 - 2009-04

Built biologically inspired robotics

RESEARCH ASSISTANT
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
  • Built biologically inspired robotics and implemented SLAM & navigation algorithms for autonomous robots
Fraunhofer IAIS & University of Osnabrück
Bonn

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

2015 - 2017

Executive MBA - Innovation & Business Creation

TUM school of management | Munich
Haas School of Business | Berkeley


2006 - 2008

M.Sc. Autonomous Systems & Computer Science

Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg | Bonn, Germany


2001 - 2005

Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering

Sardar Patel University | India


CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible - AWS
  • Agentic AI for Leaders, Specialization - Vanderbilt University
  • How To Scale A Business With AI & Agentic Workflows - Foundations - Ongoing
  • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Product & Data Strategy & Roadmap Software Engineering & Delivery Agile Project & Product Management AI & Automation IoT & Digital Transformation Aligning Tech with Business Strategy Building & Scaling Teams Stakeholder Management & Leadership Data Analytics & Decision Making Cross-Functional Collaboration TECHNOLOGYCloud Platforms: GCP AWS AzureCollaboration Tools: Slack Miro Microsoft TeamsCRM & Data: Salesforce PowerBI Tableau Adobe AnalyticsDesign & Collaboration: Figma Microsoft TeamsProduct Management: Jira Confluence Trello

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Hands-on leader with 15+ years of experience driving technology, data and product development in global organizations. I excel at turning complex challenges into scalable digital solutions and thrive in fast-paced environments where adaptability, strategic thinking, and execution matter. Known for my ability to align technology with business goals, I lead with data-driven decisionmaking and inspire teams to push boundaries and innovate.


SKILLS:

  • Product Strategy & Roadmap
  • Software Engineering & Delivery
  • Agile Project & Product Management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Aligning Technology with Business Strategy
  • Building & Scaling Teams
  • Automation & AI Agents
  • Development - developing new skills


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

  • Strategic Leadership ? Developed and executed product & data strategies, unlocking ?32M in additional potential revenue for Knauf Group.
  • AI & Innovation ? Spearheaded AI-driven solutions, enhancing operational efficiency by 20% and automating key decision-making processes.
  • IoT & Digital Transformation ? Led the creation and deployment of an IoT-enabled power tool platform, scaling it across a 300+ tools portfolio globally.
  • Leadership Excellence ? Built, managed, and mentored highperforming AI and data teams, fostering a data-first, innovationdriven culture.
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership ? Successfully led and mentored high-performing cross-functional teams ensuring datadriven decision-making and strategic alignment.
  • Stakeholder Management ? worked with C-level executives and global group executives to align transformation strategies with business objectives, translating complex technical insights into clear, actionable business strategies.


TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY:

  • Cloud Platforms: GCP, AWS, Azure
  • Collaboration Tools: Slack, Miro, Microsoft Teams
  • Data Analysis: Adobe, Tableau, Power BI
  • Design & Collaboration: Figma, Miro, Microsoft Teams
  • Product Management: Jira, Confluence, Trello

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Munich (+50km)
Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

2 Jahre 10 Monate
2022-06 - heute

Defined product vision, strategy, and roadmap

HEAD OF PRODUCT - DIGITAL TOOLS
HEAD OF PRODUCT - DIGITAL TOOLS
  • Spearheaded SaaS solution for Architects and construction professionals, launching a portfolio of digital tools across 25+ markets.
  • Defined product vision, strategy, and roadmap, collaborating with country stakeholders, engineering, and GTM teams.
  • Integrated AI-driven use-cases into construction planning, enhancing efficiency by 20% in key workflows.
  • Led cross-functional teams (Product Owner, UX, Engineering, Data, and Go-to-Market) to align product development with business goals, tracking OKRs for impact measurement.
Knauf Digital
Munich
5 Jahre 10 Monate
2016-08 - 2022-05

Developed advanced electronics software platforms

GROUP MANAGER SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
GROUP MANAGER SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • Led a team of 20+ software engineers and product owners ensuring timely delivery and consistent quality for IoT-enabled power tool electronics platform.
  • Developed advanced electronics software platforms, boosting tool efficiency by 20% and development speed by 50%.
  • Streamlined development processes, reducing time-to-market by 20% and enhancing performance.
Hilti Group
Munich
1 Jahr 11 Monate
2014-09 - 2016-07

Delivered BMW EV projects

HEAD OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
HEAD OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • Founding member of a startup, built and scaled a team of 20+ software engineers from scratch.
  • Developed modular battery management systems for mobile and EV applications.
  • Delivered BMW EV projects, contributing to a 15% revenue growth.
On request
Munich
3 Jahre 6 Monate
2011-03 - 2014-08

Led technical coordination of software development

LEAD CONSULTANT
LEAD CONSULTANT
  • Led technical coordination of software development in BMW projects
  • Developed state-of-charge and state-of-health algorithms for BMW's EV Battery Management System.
BMW EV Battery Systems
Munich
1 Jahr 7 Monate
2009-08 - 2011-02

Developed adaptive algorithms for intelligent prostheses and orthoses

DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
  • Developed adaptive algorithms for intelligent prostheses and orthoses, improving biomechanical performance.
OttoBock
Göttingen
1 Jahr 5 Monate
2007-12 - 2009-04

Built biologically inspired robotics

RESEARCH ASSISTANT
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
  • Built biologically inspired robotics and implemented SLAM & navigation algorithms for autonomous robots
Fraunhofer IAIS & University of Osnabrück
Bonn

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

2015 - 2017

Executive MBA - Innovation & Business Creation

TUM school of management | Munich
Haas School of Business | Berkeley


2006 - 2008

M.Sc. Autonomous Systems & Computer Science

Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg | Bonn, Germany


2001 - 2005

Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering

Sardar Patel University | India


CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible - AWS
  • Agentic AI for Leaders, Specialization - Vanderbilt University
  • How To Scale A Business With AI & Agentic Workflows - Foundations - Ongoing
  • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Product & Data Strategy & Roadmap Software Engineering & Delivery Agile Project & Product Management AI & Automation IoT & Digital Transformation Aligning Tech with Business Strategy Building & Scaling Teams Stakeholder Management & Leadership Data Analytics & Decision Making Cross-Functional Collaboration TECHNOLOGYCloud Platforms: GCP AWS AzureCollaboration Tools: Slack Miro Microsoft TeamsCRM & Data: Salesforce PowerBI Tableau Adobe AnalyticsDesign & Collaboration: Figma Microsoft TeamsProduct Management: Jira Confluence Trello

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Hands-on leader with 15+ years of experience driving technology, data and product development in global organizations. I excel at turning complex challenges into scalable digital solutions and thrive in fast-paced environments where adaptability, strategic thinking, and execution matter. Known for my ability to align technology with business goals, I lead with data-driven decisionmaking and inspire teams to push boundaries and innovate.


SKILLS:

  • Product Strategy & Roadmap
  • Software Engineering & Delivery
  • Agile Project & Product Management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Aligning Technology with Business Strategy
  • Building & Scaling Teams
  • Automation & AI Agents
  • Development - developing new skills


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

  • Strategic Leadership ? Developed and executed product & data strategies, unlocking ?32M in additional potential revenue for Knauf Group.
  • AI & Innovation ? Spearheaded AI-driven solutions, enhancing operational efficiency by 20% and automating key decision-making processes.
  • IoT & Digital Transformation ? Led the creation and deployment of an IoT-enabled power tool platform, scaling it across a 300+ tools portfolio globally.
  • Leadership Excellence ? Built, managed, and mentored highperforming AI and data teams, fostering a data-first, innovationdriven culture.
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership ? Successfully led and mentored high-performing cross-functional teams ensuring datadriven decision-making and strategic alignment.
  • Stakeholder Management ? worked with C-level executives and global group executives to align transformation strategies with business objectives, translating complex technical insights into clear, actionable business strategies.


TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY:

  • Cloud Platforms: GCP, AWS, Azure
  • Collaboration Tools: Slack, Miro, Microsoft Teams
  • Data Analysis: Adobe, Tableau, Power BI
  • Design & Collaboration: Figma, Miro, Microsoft Teams
  • Product Management: Jira, Confluence, Trello

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