Mariel Rivas

About Mariel Rivas

Product Manager | System Engineer | Compliance and Quality Assurance Specialist | DEng in Circuits and Systems.As a research-oriented Product Manager and engineer, I excel at transforming complex problems into user-centric solutions. My multidisciplinary expertise in software, electronics, and product design enables me to deliver impactful products that prioritize usability and customer experience.With over 13 years of experience across multiple countries and industries, I bring a global perspective to Product Management. This international exposure has enhanced my ability to navigate and lead diverse, multicultural teams, fostering innovation and collaboration.I’m passionate about creating products that not only meet but exceed user expectations. My extensive background in Quality Assurance and Compliance has fine-tuned my attention to detail and proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues early in the development process. I thrive on aligning product strategy with user needs, ensuring seamless and intuitive experiences that drive customer satisfaction.I am always looking to connect and explore opportunities where I can leverage my skills in Product Management and user-centered design to create exceptional products.#ProductManagement #UserCentricDesign #UXDriven #GlobalExperience #EngineeringExcellence #QualityMatters

Experience

1. Sr Business Analyst Ii Product Owner

   LexisNexis Risk Solutions

   Oct 2022 — Present · Fort Lauderdale, FL, US

   Product Owner for a web-based application preventing fraud in international bank transactions, ensuring compliance with sanctions regulations- Achieved 95% completion of prioritized work items by refining user stories ahead of each PI planning, driving team alignment and seamless execution- Led cross-functional teams in defect root cause analysis, supporting over 200 stakeholders and reducing incoming defect backlog by 51% in one year- Directed multiskilled teams to identify workarounds for critical defects in a near end-of-life product, cutting defect backlog by 21% in one year without additional development costs- Acted as the primary resource for product status updates, reducing delays and improving team alignment by quickly recalling and communicating critical information and decisions.

Education

• Beihang University

  Doctor of Engineering, Circuits and Systems

  2006 — 2011

• Universidad Simón Bolívar

  Electronics Engineer

  1999 — 2006

Skills

• Confluence
• Test Design
• Adaptive Filters
• Research
• Linux
• Management
• Quality Assurance
• C++ Language
• Jira
• Project Management
• Test Automation
• Strategic Planning
• Electronics
• Team Leadership
• Satellite Communications
• Test Planning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Compliance Management
• Software Development
• Scrum
• C++
• Research and Development (R&D)
• Assembler Language
• Regulatory Compliance
• Project Planning
• Matlab