Monica L.Product Owner
Skills
A professional with 19 years of experience in technology and software development, possessing a robust background in product planning, release management, and sprint execution. Responsibilities have included supervising, preparing, and refining the Product Backlog, serving as a project coordinator, and leading the implementation of Agile software development practices. Expertise lies in methodologies for agile management and project planning, particularly within the Scrum framework. Demonstrated capability in managing development teams, providing coaching on product business rules, and offering consultancy and support services.
Senior Requirements Analyst
10/1/2017 - Present
Excelled in the role of Senior Requirements Analyst, Agile Coach, and Project Development Coordinator. Developed advanced expertise in requirements gathering and analysis with a strong emphasis on user-centered design and Agile methodologies. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe while coaching teams to improve their Agile practices. Utilized tools including JIRA, Confluence, and Trello for task tracking and project management, ensuring streamlined workflows and efficient project execution.
Showcased technical proficiency in business process modeling and notation (BPMN) using tools like Visio and Lucidchart to create comprehensive process diagrams. Applied expertise in stakeholder management, facilitating communication between cross-functional teams to align project goals and deliverables. Conducted extensive data analysis using SQL and Excel to provide actionable insights for decision-making. Coordinated project development activities, employing techniques such as user story mapping, backlog grooming, and sprint planning to ensure timely delivery and high-quality outputs.
Led requirements workshops and elicitation sessions, translating complex business needs into clear, actionable requirements. Maintained comprehensive documentation using Confluence, producing detailed reports, functional specifications, and user stories. Ensured adherence to software development life cycle (SDLC) best practices while maintaining rigorous quality standards through regular project audits and reviews. Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback loops and iterative development.Systems Analyst/ Development Coordinator
1/1/2001 - 5/1/2017
Played a pivotal role in product planning, release, and sprint activities, including direct involvement in strategic decision-making processes. Managed and supervised the grooming of the Product Backlog, ensuring items were well-prepared and refined for upcoming sprints. Defined clear and precise acceptance criteria for each Product Backlog item. Collaborated intensively with the development team to align on project goals and execution strategies. Acted as a key liaison among various company sectors, representing the community of stakeholders both internally and externally, to ensure consistent communication and alignment on project objectives.
Information Systems at Federal University of Santa Catarina
2003 - 2007Project Management at Getulio Vargas Foundation
2009 - 2010
Scrum Fundamentals Certified at SCRUMstudy - Accreditation Body for Scrum and Agile;Download Free Scrum Body of Knowledge(381 pages)
10/1/2018Certified Scrum Product Owner® at Scrum Alliance
12/1/2016
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