Blender
Sergey Surganov
IT Project Manager | Product owner
Worms
Summary
Experienced IT Project Manager, Product Owner, and Financial Expert with 10+ years of experience managing technical projects, financial operations, and international business processes. Proven track record of successful startup development, budget optimization, and cross-functional team leadership. Skilled in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban), financial systems (IFRS, GAAP), and IT project management tools (Jira, Confluence, Git). Expertise in opening and scaling businesses internationally, negotiating high-value contracts, and delivering innovative IT solutions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Product owner / Project Manager
Arenarts Inc.
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Directed the full lifecycle of game development projects, from initial concept to market readiness, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs
- Managed teams of designers, developers, and QA specialists, using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to ensure on-time and high-quality project delivery
- Developed gameplay mechanics, progression systems, and monetization strategies to drive player engagement and retention
- Created comprehensive project documentation, including user stories, risk assessments, and sprint plans
- Designed UI/UX and structured levels to provide a seamless player experience
- Conducted financial forecasting and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards
- Key Achievements: Delivered a fully functional game prototype within a tight deadline, receiving positive stakeholder feedback
- Tools/Software: Jira, Trello, Unreal Engine 4-5, Figma Design, Figma Jam, Miro, Google App Script
Product owner / Project Manager
WeelWork Inc.
05.2019 - 11.2020
- Defined product vision and development strategy, translating business goals into actionable requirements for IT teams
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions, ensuring compliance with timelines and budgets
- Conducted financial forecasting and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards
- Search and negotiated with investors, successfully securing funding for product development
- Implemented Agile practices, conducting sprint reviews, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups to optimize workflows
- Key Achievements: Successfully launched the product to market, achieving user acquisition targets and completing an exit strategy
- Tools/Software: Jira, Git, GitKraken, Miro, Slack, Google Sheets
Business Development Manager
Recru.IT LLC
02.2014 - 05.2019
- Led international business operations, including company registration and regulatory compliance in multiple jurisdictions
- Negotiated high-value contracts with IT clients, expanding the company's portfolio and market reach
- Provided financial consulting, risk assessment, and market analysis for strategic decision-making
- Conducted financial forecasting and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards
- Managed recruitment processes for high-level IT positions, ensuring client satisfaction and timely delivery
- Key Achievements: Successfully established operations in new markets, increasing revenue by 40% within two years
- Tools/Software: MindManager, Excel, Slack, Trello
Head of economic department
STM-Energo LLC
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Directed financial operations, including budget control, cash flow management, and income distribution for large-scale projects
- Automated financial reporting processes, introducing advanced tools (Excel, SAP, Google App Script) to enhance data accuracy and reduce human errors
- Developed and implemented a system for administrative and warehouse accounting, improving operational transparency
- Conducted financial forecasting and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards
- Supervised a multidisciplinary team of accountants and legal experts, streamlining reporting and regulatory adherence
- Key Achievements: Increased department efficiency by 10x through process automation and improved financial analysis practices
- Tools/Software: SAP, Visual Studio, MindManager, Excel (pivot tables, macros)
Economist
Ukrbudcontract LLC
09.2010 - 02.2012
- Conducted budget planning, financial resource allocation, and feasibility studies for construction projects
- Monitored cash flows and provided detailed financial reports to senior management
- Streamlined budgeting processes, reducing errors and improving time efficiency by implementing automated tools
- Tools/Software: SAP, Excel
Education
MBA - Financial Management
Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics
01.2006 - 01.2011
Certification - IT Project Management
Neue Fische School
01.2006 - 01.2011
C++ Development - undefined
Online-school Geek Brains
01.2021 - 01.2022
Skills
Agile (Scrum, Kanban)
Certification
IT Project Management Certification, neue fische School, Bootcamp (180-hour intensive course)
Accomplishments
- Achieved 10x acceleration of work processes in the economic department due to automation.
- Launched several startups.
- Attracted investments and built complex business processes without outside help.
- Mastered quite complex technical fundamentals and software.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with international clients (Fortune 500) and IT network (20K+ subscribers).
Software
Unreal Engine 5
Jira
Trello
Figma Design
Figma Jam
Miro
Google App Script
Git
GitKraken
Davinci Resolve
Visual Studio
Microsoft Office
MindManager
SAP
1C
Google Sheets
Confluence
3D design and Animation
Link to my work: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uAVM8SiCQJGstjIFrORVUOBjQSmGzlzq/view?usp=sharing
Timeline
Product owner / Project Manager
Arenarts Inc.
11.2021 - 02.2024
C++ Development - undefined
Online-school Geek Brains
01.2021 - 01.2022
Product owner / Project Manager
WeelWork Inc.
05.2019 - 11.2020
Business Development Manager
Recru.IT LLC
02.2014 - 05.2019
Head of economic department
STM-Energo LLC
02.2012 - 02.2014
Economist
Ukrbudcontract LLC
09.2010 - 02.2012
MBA - Financial Management
Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics
01.2006 - 01.2011
Certification - IT Project Management
Neue Fische School
01.2006 - 01.2011