Jan Bugata

• Supported organizations in building successful, user-centered products by applying product discovery methods and agile delivery frameworks • Helped distributed teams in nonprofits, NGOs and startups align around vision, value and iterative improvement • Focused on cultivating empowered cultures where experimentation, learning and clear product strategy drive sustainable outcomes

Driving the evolution of ZF aftermarket intelligent transportation systems through data-informed product strategy. I lead the development of an IoT and telematics platform enabling smart and sustainable transportation. I operate at the intersection of user value, business impact, and engineering feasibility, applying the product operating model to align cross-functional teams on outcomes over outputs.

• Fostered a high-performing product team culture grounded in a clear vision, actionable strategy, and tactical execution • Embedded continuous product discovery and delivery practices within the organization’s product operating model to maximize customer value • Coached cross-functional teams to embrace outcome-driven thinking, iterative experimentation, and stakeholder collaboration • Empowered product leaders and teams to align roadmaps with user needs, business goals, and measurable impact

• Managed development and delivery of integrated software and hardware solutions for smart home and building automation • Oversaw product lifecycle from concept to deployment, aligning technical innovation with user needs and market trends • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless interaction between embedded systems, cloud services, and mobile interfaces • Focused on enhancing energy efficiency, security, and user comfort through connected technologies and IoT-driven solutions

• Oversaw vision, strategy, and roadmap as Chief/Portfolio Product Owner for multi-device web application solutions • Led a team of 3 Product Owners, guiding strategic and tactical product decisions for internal initiatives and client engagements • Championed continuous product discovery and delivery in cross-functional collaboration with UX, Development, and Marketing teams to drive customer value and business impact • Spearheaded company-wide Agile transformation, transitioning teams across departments

• Analyzed product-market fit, organizational culture, and existing solutions to identify areas for growth and operational improvement • Defined success metrics and introduced optimized processes to streamline mobile and multi-device product development • Conducted post-release evaluations using customer and business feedback to drive iterative product enhancement • Facilitated cross-departmental coordination, including collaboration with third-party vendors, ensuring alignment and efficiency

• Developed key components of a high-performance platform for server-side device detection (SSDD), enabling scalable, multi-device web applications based on RESS, Adaptive Design, and Mobile First principles • Contributed to mobile analytics tooling that empowered segmentation, reporting, and user persona creation to enhance campaign targeting and user experience Collaborated on solutions used by global clients across industries, including: • eBay Inc. • PayPal • BMW • Coca-Cola • MTV

• Engineered and customized responsive, SEO-optimized web applications with an emphasis on multilingual support, accessibility, and user-centered design • Led debugging and optimization efforts to ensure cross-platform performance and high usability standards • Conducted technical training sessions and knowledge-sharing workshops for internal web development teams Key projects delivered for: • AVG Corporate • AVG Free • AVG China Corporate

• Developed usability-focused digital platforms tailored for e-commerce and governmental sectors • Specialized in accessibility best practices to meet compliance standards and enhance user experience across diverse audiences Delivered projects for key clients, including: • ESET Partner Center • National Bank of Slovakia • ČSOB Bank

• Oversaw directory content strategy and administration for the region’s second-largest search engine • Led initiatives to optimize directory structure for enhanced marketing visibility and user experience • Managed full-text indexing and search engine functionality to ensure accurate and efficient content discovery

Content administration of Academic Information System (AIS)