Matt Lowes
About Matt Lowes
Matt Lowes is a Senior Product Owner at Confluence, where he has worked for over 11 years. He has extensive experience in product management and development, holding certifications as a Certified Scrum Master and Certified Scrum Product Owner.
Current Role at Confluence
Matt Lowes serves as a Senior Product Owner at Confluence, a position he has held since 2013. In this role, he works closely with software engineering teams to oversee and approve product designs, enhancements, and quality. His responsibilities include defining product strategy and managing product planning and execution throughout the product life cycle. His extensive experience at Confluence has allowed him to contribute significantly to various product initiatives.
Previous Positions at Confluence
Matt Lowes has held multiple roles at Confluence prior to his current position. He worked as a Product Owner for four months in 2012 and as a Production Support Lead for eight months in the same year. Additionally, he served as a Custom Development Lead from 2011 to 2012 and as a Business Analysis Manager from 2004 to 2010. His diverse roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of product development and management.
Professional Background
Before joining Confluence, Matt Lowes worked at Federated Investors as a Senior Fund Controller from 1996 to 1998. He also held the position of Assistant Vice President in Fund Administration at State Street Corporation from 1998 to 2004. His background in finance and administration has equipped him with valuable skills that he applies in his current product management role.
Education and Certifications
Matt Lowes earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Management Information Systems from Robert Morris University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He holds certifications as a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and a Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), which enhance his expertise in agile product management methodologies.
Skills and Expertise
Matt Lowes possesses strong analytical skills, enabling him to assess new and existing technologies, market developments, and the competitive landscape to inform product decisions. His experience in overseeing product planning and execution throughout the product life cycle allows him to effectively manage product strategies and collaborate with engineering teams.