Opeyemi Ariyo
Product Manager| Product Designer | Software Developer
Hertfordshire
Summary
Tech savvy Technology and Product Executive with a strong background in product/software life-cycle and information technology project management methodologies. Skilled in senior-level metrics reporting with data informed approach to support organizational strategy. Accustomed to driving efficiency and effectiveness by developing, delivering, and supporting strategic plans. Demonstrated skill in translating requirements to successful business solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certificates
Accomplishments
- Achieved a 20% increase in team efficiency by introducing Jira for managing team tasks and a 50% cut down on company's infrastructure costs.
- Collaborated with a team of four (4) in the development of a fulfillment platform used by the Federal Government to manage various initiatives (Tradermoni, Marketmoni and Farmermoni) - processed over sixteen billion Naira ($40,000.00) and over four million unique records.
- Collaborated with a team of four (4) in the development of KADDEP, which is a bespoke solution for Kaduna State in Nigeria to drive digital economy.
- Successful migration of FirstBank wallet solution from an external server to in-house infrastructure
- Successful delivery of Cooperative Banking solution processing over ten thousand transactions on monthly bases
- Successful delivery of an Agent Banking Solution for FirstBank which is the biggest financial owned agent banking solution in Nigeria
- Successful delivery of Firstmonie Wallet platform for FirstBank
- Trained over 1,500 students with over 90% successful entrance into higher institution
Work History
VP of Technology
Radeus Business
Lagos
09.2021 - Current
- Configured and implemented IT initiatives to produce measurable business value.
- Developed and led large-scale technology initiatives for long-term strategic plans and solutions.
- Resolved workflow issues to optimize team productivity and improve delivery times.
- Determined best methods for IT to support key business objectives.
- Led agile teams to deliver products quickly and to respond to user requirements.
- Guided testing process and validation for major software releases.
- Groomed team talents through robust professional development program and training opportunities.
- Supervised multi-functional teams of technology professionals, coders and support experts.
Head of Product
Riby Finance
Lagos
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Conceptualized and deployed enhanced product features and optimized implementation for use in marketing strategies.
- Established criteria for each milestone within the product roadmap as means to measure developmental progress.
- Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
- Maintained positive vendor relations to build strong partnerships.
- Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap.
- Liaised with clients to better understand business needs and current market landscape.
- Analyzed metrics to measure product performance.
- Documented user stories, specifications and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
Digital Banking & Lead Customer Success
Riby Finance
Lagos
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Technical conversation with enterprise clients
- Management of Agent Banking Platform
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
IT Operations & Support
Moredew Limited
Lagos
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Developed systems to track and log work issues.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Enhance User Experience (UX) on the company's Web and Mobile Platforms
- Design and Manage the company's Website
- Provides technical support for all customer-related issues.
- Setup USSD channel to increase the customer base on Agent Banking Platform
Product & Project Manager
Firstbank Nigeria (eBusiness)
Lagos
08.2012 - 02.2018
- Established criteria for each milestone within product roadmap as means to measure developmental progress.
- Conceptualized and deployed enhanced product features and optimized implementation for use in marketing strategies.
- Collected customer requirements, directed testing and conducted continuous evaluations to make proactive adjustments to marketing approaches.
- Monitored market trends and competitor performance to update promotional strategies.
- Maintained positive vendor relations to build strong partnerships.
- Reviewed new opportunities to drive business strategy at planning sessions.
- Analyzed metrics to measure product performance.
- Documented user stories, specifications and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
- Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines.
- Configuration and Management of POS (Point of Sales) to support Agent Banking across the states
- Distribution and management of agents across the states in Nigeria
Teacher
The Pathfinders Tutorial Consult
Lagos
02.2005 - 10.2009
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet examination standards.
- Supported students by mentoring them as they prepare for their examinations.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Take on different disciplines such as Further Mathematics and Physics to encourage students in science class
Education
Full Stack Java Development - Full Stack Java Development
E&NIT
Online (India) 09.2021 - 01.2022
API Product Manager - API Product Manager
API Academy
Online 04.2021 - 04.2021
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Computer Science
Lagos State Polytechnic
Lagos, Nigeria 01.2013 - 11.2015
Computer Certificate - Java Web Development
NIIT
Lagos, Nigeria 02.2009 - 12.2010
Skills
Problem solving skills
undefinedCertification
ACM - Cerificate of Membership
Timeline
ACM - Cerificate of Membership
06-2022
VP of Technology
Radeus Business
09.2021 - Current
Implement OOP using Java with Data Structure and Beyond
09-2021
Full Stack Java Development - Full Stack Java Development
E&NIT
09.2021 - 01.2022
API Product Manager - API Product Manager
API Academy
04.2021 - 04.2021
Advance Product Management: Vision, Strategy & Metrics
11-2020
Head of Product
Riby Finance
04.2020 - 09.2021
Product Management Course
02-2020
Digital Banking & Lead Customer Success
Riby Finance
03.2019 - 08.2020
IT Operations & Support
Moredew Limited
02.2018 - 03.2019
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Computer Science
Lagos State Polytechnic
01.2013 - 11.2015
Product & Project Manager
Firstbank Nigeria (eBusiness)
08.2012 - 02.2018
Computer Certificate - Java Web Development
NIIT
02.2009 - 12.2010
Teacher
The Pathfinders Tutorial Consult
02.2005 - 10.2009
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