Managing a distributed team developing javascript, iOS, and Android libraries for content metering. Responsible for partner integrations, developer relations, vendor management.

Led a 15-person engineering team on a development platform of a WordPress front end and a java backend (older bits on running on jboss, newer services on Tomcat with Spring/Struts/Hibernate) talking to an Oracle 11g database. Responsible for all technology areas: site, mobile apps, native apps, and tools. I also manage vendor relationships, recruit new talent, assess software strategy and partner technologies.The recent output included:a recommendations service (using Mahout); Android and iOS apps; an ElasticSearch-based search app; a download Manager (using the QT Framework), and an upgrade to Oracle 11g.• Developed and executed engineering growth strategies as part of executive team• Allocated resources to various projects and initiatives• Developed and maintained project schedules, evaluated and managed risks for critical projects• Developed and delivered functionality requested by other departments• Led resolution of operational issues associated with various technology platforms.• Participated in development of technical roadmaps and architecture reviews• Communicated project status to stakeholders throughout the business.• Investigated and assesses new technologies• Supervised work products from developers; managed team priorities on critical projects.• Ensured that coding standards and guidelines are implemented, development processes followed, and documentation created• Responsible for software performance and quality for all software engineering teams• Reviewed and ensured product requirements were complete• Collaborated with product managers, project management to set milestones, scope of work and provide insight to process enhancements• Transformed business requirements into product and engineering requirements when needed• Supported the Architects in technical strategy for software programming applications