Mike Verdone
About Mike Verdone
Mike Verdone is a Product Owner at Ableton, where he has worked since 2018, contributing to software development and feature selection for Ableton Live. He has a background in application and web development, with previous experience at the Calgary Airport Authority and a degree from the University of Calgary.
Work at Ableton
Mike Verdone has been employed at Ableton since 2010, initially serving as a web developer for five years until 2015. He then transitioned to the role of application developer, where he has worked for nine years. In 2018, he advanced to the position of Product Owner, a role he has held for six years. In this capacity, he collaborates with a diverse team that includes developers, designers, quality assurance specialists, customers, and business stakeholders. His responsibilities include enhancing the software development process and maintaining transparency in the agile and iterative development environment.
Education and Expertise
Mike Verdone earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Calgary, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. His academic background has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his roles in software development and product management. His expertise spans web development, application development, and product ownership, with a focus on software enhancement and team collaboration.
Background
Before joining Ableton, Mike Verdone worked briefly as a web developer at the Calgary Airport Authority in 2002. His career at Ableton began in 2010, and he has since progressed through various roles, gaining extensive experience in software development and product management. His work is primarily based in the Berlin Area, Germany.
Achievements
During his tenure at Ableton, Mike Verdone has contributed to the feature selection and evolution of Ableton Live, the company's flagship software. His role as Product Owner involves not only overseeing development processes but also occasionally writing code, demonstrating his hands-on approach to product management.