Theodore Negusu
@theodorenegusu
Experienced Product Manager and Software Engineer driving impactful solutions.
EthiopiaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced Product Manager and Software Engineer with a strong background in leading cross-functional teams and delivering impactful products. My expertise spans the full product lifecycle, from user research and prototyping to launch, scaling, and iteration. I have a proven ability to integrate payment systems, AI tools, and scalable backend infrastructure, which has consistently driven business outcomes and improved customer experiences.
In my current role as a Software Engineer and Product Owner at R&D Group, I lead the development of two in-house platforms, managing the product lifecycle from planning to deployment. My previous experience includes transitioning LinkUp Media to a subscription-based platform, where I defined the product roadmap and collaborated with various teams to ensure alignment with user needs and business goals. I am passionate about building solutions that are both technically sound and user-centric, and I thrive in environments that encourage innovation and collaboration.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Product Designer & Product Owner
LinkUp Media
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Led the strategic transition of LinkUp Media to a subscription-based platform. Owned product design and prototyping for all features, ensuring user needs and business goals were aligned.
Software Engineer & Product Owner
R&D Group
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Served as lead developer and product owner for two in-house platforms under active development. Managed product lifecycle from planning and development to user testing and deployment.
Senior Front-End Developer & Product Lead
Yeab Future
Sep 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Led product planning and execution across 10+ tools, including internal platforms and client-facing solutions with OpenAI, Google APIs, and payment systems. Designed and shipped features that improved internal workflows and increased operational speed.
Product-Focused Front-End Developer
BN Technology
Aug 2021 - Sep 2024 (3 years 1 month)
Served as a product owner for 5 SAAS and Internal products, collaborating with multiple teams to successfully launch products that are now actively used by over 1,000+ internal and external users. Identified areas for improvement by regularly monitoring existing business Operations, boosting business efficiency by 20 to 25% annually through the automation of repetitive tasks.
Mid-Level Front-End Developer
Titan Systems
Jan 2023 - Jul 2023 (6 months)
Spearheaded the UX and front-end development for a government-backed platform aimed at supporting 100,000+ citizens. Translated policy needs into digital workflows, advocating for user-first design.
Junior Front-End Developer
MT Freelance
Nov 2021 - Oct 2022 (11 months)
Worked with product and design teams to implement high-fidelity UI components. Participated in code reviews and continuous improvement cycles.
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