Christian Golecki - Enterprise Program Stabilization...

Q: Where is Christian based?

Christian is based in Zeuthen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Christian speak?

Christian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Christian have?

Christian has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Christian has worked in at least 30 different roles and for 20 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months . Note that Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Christian's latest experience?

Christian's most recent position is Product Owner – Redesign of an iOS and Android SaaS application platform at iApps Technologies GmbH .

Q: What companies has Christian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Christian has worked for iApps Technologies GmbH , Entrenco GmbH & Bioenergie Wegscheid GmbH , Süddeutsche Zeitung , SWP, LR und MOZ , and Tagesspiegel Verlag .

Q: Which industries is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in industries like Media and Entertainment , Information Technology , and Education . Christian also has some experience in Advertising , Transportation , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Information Technology , and Project Management . Christian also has some experience in Strategy , Operations , and Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in industries like Information Technology , Media and Entertainment , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Project Management , and Information Technology .

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Zeuthen, Germany

Experience

Apr 2023 - Oct 2023

7 months

Product Owner – Redesign of an iOS and Android SaaS application platform

iApps Technologies GmbH

Led the redesign of an iOS and Android B2B SaaS solution.
Developed the product vision and strategy and designed the platform architecture.
Worked closely with cross-functional teams to create a user-centered, forward-looking product.
Identified market trends and analyzed feedback from stakeholders and customers.
Developed a well-thought-out feature set.
Led the product design and development process.
Created Balsamiq wireframes.
Conducted comprehensive market and competitor analysis.
Defined the product roadmap and feature scope, managed and prioritized the backlog.
Crafted and wrote epics and user stories.
Briefed UI designers and reviewed and approved Figma layouts.

Jun 2022 - Sep 2023

1 year 4 months

CIO Consultant – Developing an IT strategy and IT system landscape

Entrenco GmbH & Bioenergie Wegscheid GmbH

Developed and implemented an IT strategy and overarching system architecture for two internationally operating plant engineering companies specialized in combined heat and power plants.
Conducted an as-is analysis of the IT infrastructure and system landscape.
Performed requirements analysis for adapting IT processes.
Gathered requirements through interviews, workshops, and meetings with key stakeholders.
Developed an overall IT strategy and defined fields of action (ERP, CRM, SharePoint, collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams), also considering a future merger of the companies.
Addressed IT security aspects and requirements.
Created and tracked work packages in Asana for employees and external partners.
Collaborated with stakeholders and management to successfully integrate the measures.
Documented and modeled processes using BPMN tools.
Supported change management and organized and facilitated workshops.
Prepared reports and presentations in PowerPoint and Word.

Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

4 months

Requirements Manager – Backend platform with data migration

Süddeutsche Zeitung

Managed the requirements gathering process for various backend and data migration projects across the company.
Worked closely with stakeholders to analyze business requirements.
Developed the system architecture and translated it into technical specifications.
Led alignment meetings, workshops, and meeting series with clients and software architects.
Conducted detailed requirements analysis and created concepts and documentation.
Defined, aligned, and reviewed the RESTful API with endpoints and JSON requests for content delivery.
Supported infrastructure virtualization.
Prepared proposals and requirement specifications.

Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

1 year 9 months

Senior Project Manager – Digital publishing platform (backend, web, iOS and Android apps)

SWP, LR und MOZ

Responsible for developing and implementing a digital publishing platform with backend support and iOS/Android apps.
Led the cross-functional agile team of Java, Swift, HTML, PHP, CSS, JavaScript, and Kotlin developers and the DevOps department.
Managed the platform development regarding time, cost, resources, and quality.
Created epics and stories.
Oversaw client approvals and change requests.
Managed stakeholder relationships with the client.
Handled sprint and backlog management.

Jul 2021 - Mar 2023

1 year 9 months

Product Owner and Project Manager – Fully automated SaaS publishing platform

Led the development of a fully automated SaaS publishing platform for small and medium-sized publishers, from ideation and design to implementation, launch, and release.
Documented necessary IT processes and designed the platform and architecture.
Managed agile software development, test-driven development, and the implementation strategy.
Identified and tracked technical project risks.
Carried out project documentation.
Coordinated test management and bug analysis.
Created and maintained project documents including reports, minutes, and documentation.
Defined the product roadmap and prioritized features.
Enhanced the platform based on customer feedback evaluation.

Feb 2021 - Aug 2022

1 year 7 months

Process Manager – Optimizing project management processes, Jira workflows and Confluence

Led process analysis focusing on project management processes, Jira workflows, as well as knowledge management and documentation in Confluence.
Assessed recommended actions and aligned with product owners and development teams.
Implemented Jira Scrum and Kanban boards and Jira workflows in collaboration with product owners.
Introduced collaboration tools such as Trello and Slack, replacing Skype.
Established standardized templates and checklists in Confluence to accelerate and standardize project execution, improve release quality, and minimize launch risks.
Developed ticket templates for faster setup and standardized project execution.
Created and maintained process documentation, including reports.
Improved project scheduling, reduced costs, and enhanced controlling for new developments.
Built a structured documentation architecture in Confluence.

Dec 2019 - Jul 2023

3 years 8 months

HR Recruiter – Executive and Team Acquisition

Specialized in recruiting IT executives as well as product and project managers for an HR consultancy.
Developed and implemented effective recruitment strategies.
Conducted interviews and evaluated candidates.
Talent acquisition for C-level positions, team leads, product and project managers.
Directly approached potential candidates via recruiting platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter.
Coordinated and managed the interview process.
Prepared candidate reports for management.

Aug 2019 - Oct 2021

2 years 3 months

Senior Project Manager – Tagesspiegel iOS/Android Apps and Portal

Tagesspiegel Verlag

Responsible for the development and further enhancement of the iOS and Android news apps and the e-paper portal in collaboration with Tagesspiegel’s product managers.
Created high-level and detailed concepts, considering agile methods and customer requirements.
Provided direct customer support as part of an agency relationship.
Led technical implementation, including development and customization of features with frontend, backend, mobile, and DevOps teams.
Continuously improved and optimized applications based on user feedback and new customer requirements.

Aug 2019 - Jun 2021

1 year 11 months

Technical Project Lead – Multimedia Premium Offering "Die ZEIT"

Zeitverlag Gerd Bucerius GmbH & Co. KG

Technical project lead for the development of the multimedia iOS and Android premium offering "Die ZEIT".
Responsible for implementing and customizing a new content management system (CMS) to fit editorial processes.
Analyzed and documented editorial workflows.
Deployed the CMS for the client and managed the entire production pipeline with delivery over CDN.
Worked with REST (JSON) APIs between the CMS backend and frontend and integrated the applications.
Implemented innovative features for a premium user experience.
Conducted training sessions and workshops at editorial offices.

Sep 2018 - May 2020

1 year 9 months

Product Manager and Project Manager – AI-based Text-to-Speech B2B SaaS Solution

iApps Technologies GmbH, Ippen Verlag, F.A.Z Verlag

Defined the product vision, created concepts and requirements for an AI-based Text-to-Speech B2B SaaS solution.
Prioritized the backlog and collaborated with cross-functional teams.
Rolled out the solution to clients such as F.A.Z. and Ippen Group (Münchener Merkur, Frankfurter Rundschau, HAZ).
Developed a scalable cloud-based platform with IT security requirements in mind.
Created a detailed project plan with milestones, schedules, and resource planning.
Managed risks by identifying potential issues and developing mitigation strategies.
Set up feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement of the AI tool implementation.
Planned and managed infrastructure projects.
Provided regular updates to senior management on project progress, challenges, and outcomes.

Jun 2018 - Nov 2019

1 year 6 months

Senior Project Manager – Audio CMS with iOS and Android applications "ZEIT Audio"

Zeitverlag Gerd Bucerius GmbH & Co. KG

Led the development of an audio CMS and related audio applications for "ZEIT Audio".
Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements.
Created epics and stories.
Monitored the project budget.
Implemented innovative features to improve user experience.
Ensured quality assurance and on-time product launch.

Mar 2018 - Oct 2022

4 years 8 months

Chief Product Officer (CPO)

iApps Technologies GmbH

Led the product management, project management, and QA teams.
Responsible for new and ongoing development of product strategies and products such as CMS systems, analytics platforms, portals, and iOS and Android applications.
Led product strategy and vision and managed the company's innovation.
Developed and enhanced existing products and product lines and planned product lifecycles.
Handled PMO tasks like project planning and coordination (defining milestones, tasks, and resources).
Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies.
Advised executives on the company's strategic direction.
Optimized software development processes and managed change management.
Provided direct customer support and stakeholder management and moderated events.
Conducted pitches and prepared tender documents and proposals.
Coached and developed team members.

Jan 2018 - Jun 2022

4 years 6 months

Product Manager and Project Manager – p4p Analytics SaaS Business Intelligence (BI) platform

iApps Technologies GmbH

Responsible for developing and enhancing the p4p Analytics platform.
Used strong analytical skills and deep understanding of data structures and their dependencies.
Efficiently prepared and presented large data sets.
Developed product features and the UX concept based on Balsamiq wireframes.
Created the product roadmap.
Developed user stories and defined relevant acceptance criteria for the agile development cycle.
Assisted with modeling the database structure using UML.
Managed the product backlog including prioritizing epics and stories while considering GDPR.
Led development teams using Kanban and handled resource planning.

Nov 2017 - Jul 2018

9 months

Senior Product Manager – SSO & paywall solution for paid offerings

iApps Technologies GmbH, Axel Springer SE, Ippen Verlag

Led the development and implementation of an SSO and paywall solution for paid offerings in the publishing sector.
Conducted requirements analysis and led the development team.
Integrated an external payment service provider (Payone).
Created documentation using sequence diagrams and test cases.
Worked closely with stakeholders to define the product roadmap and support the rollout.
Implemented agile frameworks to optimize the development process.

Sep 2017 - Feb 2022

4 years 6 months

Senior Project Manager – e-publishing solution with web, backend, and iOS & Android apps

Ippen Verlag

Led the development and implementation of an innovative digital e-publishing platform for titles like Münchener Merkur and Frankfurter Rundschau.
Managed a cross-functional agile team of Java backend developers as well as full-stack frontend, iOS (Swift), and Android (Kotlin) developers.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and the client's project management to seamlessly implement 11 portals and 22 applications.
Created and maintained project documents, including reports, meeting minutes, and documentation.
Reported project status through status reports to management and clients.
Responsible for project budget and release schedules.

Nov 2016 - Feb 2020

3 years 4 months

Senior Project Manager – Development of iOS and Android Apps for a Trade Publisher

Handelsblatt Fachmedien GmbH

Responsible for conceptualizing and developing iOS and Android apps in collaboration with UX/UI designers and development teams.
Managed the project from the concept phase through implementation to market launch.
Analyzed, prioritized and documented requirements.
Coordinated and aligned with external project partners.
Supported clients and continuously enhanced the product after launch.
Developed the software architecture using UML.

Sep 2016 - Jun 2018

1 year 10 months

Product Manager and Project Manager – SaaS CMS Publishing Platform (IT Service Provider / F.A.Z)

Designed and implemented a new CMS and publishing product as a SaaS solution.
Worked closely with a major client (F.A.Z) as well as the editorial and product management teams.
Successfully managed product and project from concept phase to market launch.
Analyzed customer requirements and processes and performed requirement and process analyses with editors and stakeholders.
Created and tested interactive prototypes with Axure RP.
Led the agile development process and developed test procedures and acceptance criteria.
Defined the product roadmap and prioritized features.
Stakeholder management.

Feb 2016 - May 2016

4 months

Strategy Consultant – Premium Educational Offerings

Cornelsen Verlag

Developed a comprehensive app strategy to increase revenue and reach for premium educational offerings.
Conducted market and competitor analyses.
Analyzed and developed new digital business models.
Performed a current-state analysis of existing offerings and reported results to management and program leadership.
Developed an overall app strategy.

May 2015 - Jun 2017

2 years 2 months

Senior Project Manager – Development of an SSO and Paywall Extension

Handelsblatt GmbH

Acted as senior project manager and development lead for an SSO and paywall platform extension for Handelsblatt.
Responsible for successfully integrating the app stores with the CCI and SAP systems.
Led project and managed requirements for the extension of the existing single sign-on and paywall solution for mobile applications.
Coordinated and managed interfaces with multiple service providers and the client.
Continuously monitored and controlled project progress, considering time, budget and quality requirements.

Mar 2015 - Mar 2018

3 years 1 month

Senior Project Manager – Platform for Digital Brochure Advertising

RP-Online / MhN Digital

Responsible for defining and detailing the client's product requirements for a platform for digital brochure advertising.
Aligned product and project objectives with project stakeholders.
Coordinated collaboration between the publisher, IT service providers and UI/UX teams.
Ensured a smooth project workflow.

Dec 2014 - Aug 2022

7 years 9 months

Scrum Master – iKiosk.de Platform (Web, iOS and Android Apps)

iApps Technologies GmbH, Axel Springer SE, Schweitzer Fachinformationen

Responsible for coordinating the Scrum development team to further develop the iKiosk platform.
Introduced and established Scrum to improve collaboration and increase development speed.
Facilitated stand-up meetings, planning meetings, and coordinated sprint planning and retrospectives (dailies, review, retro, sprint planning).
Managed the backlog and prioritized sprints together with the Product Owner and stakeholders.
Collaborated with development teams in Poland, Ukraine, and India as well as QA teams in Germany and Romania.
Implemented agile best practices for continuous improvement.

Nov 2014 - Jun 2015

8 months

Hamburg, Germany

Strategy Consultant – Mobile Online Services & Hamburg.de Applications

Hamburg.de / Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg

Focused on the mobile online offering and applications of Hamburg.de in the public sector.
Developed optimization strategies for mobile online services and applications.
Identified and designed solutions for public administration.
Worked closely with teams and stakeholders.
Implemented measures to increase user and partner satisfaction.

Oct 2014 - Nov 2018

4 years 2 months

Leipzig, Germany

Lecturer – "Location Based Services as a Business Model"

Leipzig School of Media / Universität Leipzig

Developed curricula and teaching materials in the field of Location Based Services.
Led lectures and seminars.
Supported students in project-based learning.
Prepared and conducted exams.
Taught the potential of Location Based Services as a business model and their impact on various industries.

Oct 2014 - Jun 2018

3 years 9 months

General Manager & Senior Consultant – Startup Joint Venture

Axel Springer SE / Deutsche Bahn AG / Content Fleet bzw. Ströer SE & Co

Responsible for the strategic direction and overall success of a startup joint venture.
Developed and implemented the product strategy.
Reorganized the team.
Created business plans and implemented cost-saving measures.
Conducted market analysis and research.
Managed stakeholders, including project sponsors and top management of the involved companies.
Successfully launched the product after five months.

Jul 2010 - Sep 2014

4 years 3 months

Berlin, Germany

Head of Product Management / BILD Platform Management

BILD GmbH & Co. KG

Responsible for product and project management for BILD.
Developed and executed the product roadmap.
Oversaw platform optimization and integration.
Responsible for IT program management and CI/CD product management.
Managed external suppliers and service providers, including drafting contracts.
Prepared tender documents.
Led cross-functional teams.
Identified and leveraged market trends.

Sep 2009 - Jun 2010

10 months

Germany

Head of BILDmobil Portal

Axel Springer SE

Leadership of the team for BILDmobil portal and application management.
Responsibility for maintaining and improving the mobile portal.
Development and optimization of iOS and Android applications for BILD.
Continuous enhancement of the mobile portal.
Management of external vendors and service providers.
Use and expansion of extensive knowledge in digital media and mobile technologies.

Sep 2007 - Jul 2009

1 year 11 months

Germany

Head of Business Development WELT Group / Berliner Morgenpost

Axel Springer SE

Responsibility for identifying and implementing new business opportunities to drive growth and revenue.
Leading a team of product managers for innovation projects.
Development of WELT's digital satellites (mobile portals, apps, Smart TV applications).
Development and execution of strategic plans to increase revenue and reach.
Establishment of transaction-based partnerships.
Development of content syndication and portal management for B2B clients like AOL and MSN.
Development and implementation of growth strategies.
Expanding market reach through partnerships.
Managing the tender processes for IT services and contract management (work contracts, service contracts).
Managing external vendors and service providers.
Leading a team in executing strategic plans.

Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

1 year 1 month

Germany

Senior Product Manager Content Syndication & Mobile – WELT Group / Berliner Morgenpost

Axel Springer SE

Development and implementation of a new content syndication strategy.
Designing and launching a mobile platform.
Managing external vendors and service providers, including contract management (work contracts, service contracts).
Overseeing tender processes.
Contract negotiations and management of service providers.

Jun 2005 - Jul 2006

1 year 2 months

Germany

Key Account & Project Manager International B2B Clients

Jamba GmbH

Building and maintaining relationships with international B2B clients such as O2 (Germany), Vodafone (Netherlands, UK), and Proximus (Belgium).
Leading complex international projects from concept to completion.
Developing the first music flat-rate offering with over 3 million tracks.

Feb 2002 - Nov 2009

7 years 10 months

Germany

Entrepreneur / Self-Employed

Development and hosting of social media platforms like Gratis-Forum.de, Free-Guestbooks.de, and Bulletin-Boards.de.
Responsible for and operating one of the largest web platforms for social media hosting in Germany.
Planning, development, and ongoing support of e-commerce projects.
Development, implementation, and further development of custom software solutions.
Hosting and administration of in-house developed platforms with system redundancy and database replication across multiple on-premise data centers.
Founding and building the social media platforms with over 118,000 connected websites.
Extensive software development using PHP, Perl, HTML, CSS, and MySQL for responsive and user-friendly web applications and admin systems.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Media and Entertainment, Information Technology, Education, Professional Services, Advertising, and Transportation.

Media and Entertainment

Information Technology

Education

Professional Services

Advertising

Transportation

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Product Development, Information Technology, Project Management, Strategy, Operations, and Research and Development.

Product Development

Information Technology

Project Management

Strategy

Operations

Research and Development

Summary

Senior IT Program & Project Leader with over 20 years of experience in directing, realigning, and delivering complex enterprise programs and IT initiatives in a corporate environment. My focus is on successfully leading demanding initiatives – especially in complex multi-stakeholder setups with high requirements for integration, governance, and delivery. I take responsibility for both structured execution of large programs and stabilization of critical project situations. I have repeatedly led programs and projects from initial setup to successful delivery, bringing them reliably to go-live with clear target images, robust governance, and consistent management. In doing so, I combine strategic orientation with operational delivery responsibility. In leadership roles, including as CPO and at BILD and the WELT Group, I have managed and developed organizations, platforms, and programs in complex enterprise structures – in close alignment with management, C-level, and international stakeholders. Today, my focus is on: Leading complex IT programs and transformation efforts Stabilizing and realigning challenging projects Integrating complex system landscapes (SAP, Workday, DXP, SaaS) Ensuring reliable delivery in demanding corporate structures I work at the intersection of business, IT, and governance and am brought in both to lead demanding programs and in critical project situations – especially when clarity, structure, and execution skills are crucial. Areas of expertise Enterprise Program Leadership & Delivery Program Stabilization & Turnaround Enterprise Transformation & System Integration IT Project & Program Management Stakeholder Management (C-level) Governance & Structure Setup Experience (select) CPO & Transformation Lead: Realignment of organization, platforms, and delivery General Manager: Leading and successfully turning around a joint venture project, including go-live Senior IT Program & Project Manager: Managing and stabilizing 40+ IT and transformation initiatives Head of Product Management (BILD) & Business Development (WELT): Responsible for programs, budgets, and teams Core competencies Leading complex enterprise programs, stabilizing critical initiatives, system integration & architecture alignment, stakeholder management up to C-level, reliable delivery under demanding conditions Methods & Tools Agile, traditional, and hybrid (Scrum, Kanban), Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Miro Industries Energy, industrial, media, logistics, mobility, plant engineering, IT services

Skills

Product Management
Project Management
Agile Development
Process Consulting

Technologies & Frameworks

Jira
Confluence
Scrum
Kanban
Asana
Trello
Redmine
Ms Project
Ms Visio
Microsoft 365 / Ms Teams / Ms Office
Slack
Figma
Balsamiq
Axure Rp
Mindmanager
Html
Uml
Bpmn
Css
Json
Xml
Rest Api
Php
Mysql
Mariadb
Sql
Chatgpt
Midjourney
Debian Administration
Opnsense

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Friedrich Schiller University Jena

Diploma in Business Administration · Business Administration · Jena, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Certified Product Owner and Scrum Master (Scrum.org)

Scrum.org

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 30

Experience in Media and Entertainment 17.5 y

Avg length 2 y 6 m

Longest experience 7 y 9 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Product Owner – Redesign of an iOS and Android SaaS application platform, CIO Consultant – Developing an IT strategy and IT system landscape, Requirements Manager – Backend platform with data migration

Main industries Media and Entertainment, Information Technology, Education

Main business areas Product Development, Information Technology, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

December 2023

Last Update

March 2026

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Where is Christian based?

Christian is based in Zeuthen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Christian speak?

Christian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Christian have?

Christian has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Christian has worked in at least 30 different roles and for 20 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months. Note that Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Christian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Christian would be well-suited for roles such as: Product Owner – Redesign of an iOS and Android SaaS application platform, CIO Consultant – Developing an IT strategy and IT system landscape, Requirements Manager – Backend platform with data migration.

What is Christian's latest experience?

Christian's most recent position is Product Owner – Redesign of an iOS and Android SaaS application platform at iApps Technologies GmbH.

What companies has Christian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Christian has worked for iApps Technologies GmbH, Entrenco GmbH & Bioenergie Wegscheid GmbH, Süddeutsche Zeitung, SWP, LR und MOZ, and Tagesspiegel Verlag.

Which industries is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in industries like Media and Entertainment, Information Technology, and Education. Christian also has some experience in Advertising, Transportation, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology, and Project Management. Christian also has some experience in Strategy, Operations, and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Media and Entertainment, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Information Technology.

What is Christian's education?

Christian holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Friedrich Schiller University Jena.

Does Christian have any certificates?

Christian has 1 certificate: Certified Product Owner and Scrum Master (Scrum.org).

What is the availability of Christian?

Christian will be available full-time from April 2026.

What is the rate of Christian?

Christian's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.