Denis Burkov
About Denis Burkov
Denis Burkov is a Group Product Manager with extensive experience in product management and business development, particularly in the B2B SaaS sector. He holds an MBA from the University of Toronto and has a strong background in construction technology, transportation, and cleantech industries.
Current Role at BuildOps
Denis Burkov serves as the Group Product Manager at BuildOps, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and strategy within the organization. His focus includes managing product roadmaps and ensuring alignment with market needs. Burkov's expertise in B2B SaaS software and hardware products supports his efforts in driving innovation and enhancing user experience.
Previous Experience at BuildOps
Denis Burkov previously worked at BuildOps in various capacities. He served as Senior Product Manager I from 2021 to 2022 and as Senior Product Manager II from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at BuildOps allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's product offerings and market positioning. His contributions during this time focused on translating customer feedback into actionable product strategies.
Education and Qualifications
Denis Burkov holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management, which he completed from 2019 to 2021. He also has a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Engineering Science from the University of Toronto, earned between 2011 and 2016. Additionally, he studied Computer Science at Open Source Society University, achieving a Bachelor's degree equivalent from 2020 to 2022. He completed a Product Management course at General Assembly Canada in 2018.
Background in Product Management
Denis Burkov has a diverse background in product management, having worked at Jule in various roles from 2017 to 2019, including Business Development Manager and Product Manager. His experience also includes a position as an Undergraduate Thesis Student at the Centre for Management of Technology & Entrepreneurship from 2015 to 2016. His early career included an Engineering Internship at Enersource Corporation from 2014 to 2015, providing him with foundational skills in engineering and technology.
Industry Expertise and Interests
Denis Burkov has developed expertise in construction technology, transportation, and cleantech industries. He excels in translating customer feedback and market trends into actionable roadmaps, which enhances product development processes. Outside of his professional pursuits, he enjoys racing go-karts, riding motorcycles, playing underwater hockey, and practicing jiu-jitsu. He also offers mentorship sessions through ADPList, contributing to the development of future professionals in the industry.