Ville Makkonen
About Ville Makkonen
Ville Makkonen is a Software Product Owner at Vaisala, with a diverse background in various roles at Nokia Networks spanning over two decades. He has extensive experience in technology transfer, process transformation, and Agile methodologies, and has worked on multiple product families across different industries.
Current Role at Vaisala
Ville Makkonen has been serving as a Software Product Owner at Vaisala since 2019. His role is based in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area, where he has contributed to the development and management of software products. His responsibilities include overseeing product development processes and ensuring alignment with market needs.
Previous Experience at Nokia Networks
Ville Makkonen has extensive experience at Nokia Networks, where he held various positions over a span of more than a decade. He worked as a Ramp-Up Manager for 11 months in the National Capital Region, Philippines, and served as a Transformation Manager for four years in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area. His roles also included System Specialist, R&D Manager, Planning Manager, Product Manager, Competence Manager, and Senior R&D Manager, showcasing a diverse skill set in technology and project management.
Education and Qualifications
Ville Makkonen holds a Master’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan, where he studied from 1991 to 1997. He also completed his high school education at Nikkarin Lukio in Kerava, Finland, and spent a year as an exchange student at Avenal High School in California, enhancing his educational background.
Expertise in Agile and Machine Learning
Ville Makkonen has a strong foundation in Agile and Lean methodologies, including DevOps practices. He has been working with Machine Learning solutions for over a decade, demonstrating his commitment to integrating advanced technologies into product development and management. His expertise allows him to lead initiatives that drive continuous improvement and process transformation.
Global Collaboration and Project Management
Throughout his career, Ville Makkonen has collaborated with over 50 global teams, gaining valuable insights from diverse backgrounds. He has extensive experience in initiating and managing change through technology transfer, competence ramp-up, and continuous improvement projects. His ability to work across cultures and teams has been a significant aspect of his professional journey.