Scott McReynolds
Pebble Beach
Summary
Accomplished IT professional with a strong focus on information technology, software development, and business management. Proven track record of delivering software products on time and within budget, resulting in increased efficiency. Skilled in delivering high-quality business solutions, optimizing workflows, and implementing process automation. Recognized for exceptional leadership abilities, with a history of successfully leading teams and managing projects. Experienced in various roles, including Systems Engineer, Lead Developer, Lead Architect, DBA, Vice President of Product Development, Director of Engineering, Director of Education Services, and Senior Technical Evangelist for industry-leading companies. Adept at building high-performance technical and business teams.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Engineering
Sybase Inc
- Provided effective supervision and mentorship to a team of 15 direct reports, ensuring their success in daily job responsibilities
- Led high-profile engineering projects for the Sybase OEM team, driving new sales through the SE (Sales Engineering) team, and overseeing the provision of presales technical support for the OEM sales team
- Spearheaded the successful development and market trial of a new consumer service offered to Sprint and Virgin Mobile, resulting in revenue growth
- Managed all aspects of the full lifecycle of OEM development projects, including architecture design, development, and quality assurance
- Utilized strong business acumen to maximize sales and expand the customer base
- Prioritized customer engineering requirements for integration into future product roadmaps, aligning product development with customer needs
- Contributed to the development of marketing strategies for new product launches, ensuring effective product positioning
- Architected, designed, and developed a Java-based platform that generated an annual revenue of 500K, showcasing innovative technical leadership
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings with proactive communication, addressing concerns promptly, and seeking feedback for improvements.
- Optimized manufacturing operations by identifying bottlenecks, implementing best practices, and providing targeted training to staff.
- Managed budgets effectively while ensuring resource allocation aligned with company goals and objectives.
- Led successful product launches by coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Developed high-performing engineering teams through strategic hiring, focused mentoring, and performance management initiatives.
Senior Technical Evangelist
Sybase Inc
- Served as the senior technical subject matter expert, providing invaluable insights to Sybase customers, analysts, press, and industry leaders
- Eminent speaker at major industry events, trade shows, conferences, and customer sites, showcasing Sybase's technical prowess
- Delivered compelling presentations to the press and industry analysts, offering in-depth insights into Sybase products, and authored trade journal articles and whitepapers
- Played a pivotal role in troubleshooting and resolving complex and persistent customer technology challenges, significantly elevating customer satisfaction ratings
- Conceptualized and crafted Proofs of Concept and Java/J2EE solutions, effectively demonstrating the capabilities of Sybase technology to potential high-value customers
- Designed engaging product demos tailored for sales presentations and trade shows, contributing to heightened product visibility and market impact
- Assessed and synthesized customer feedback, presenting results to both product management and engineering department leadership, facilitating continuous improvement and product development alignment
Director of Education - Strategy
Guidewire
04.2010 - Current
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of contextual help logic for all InsuranceSuite applications, enhancing user experience and knowledge retention
- Achieved Ace certification for PolicyCenter Configuration, BillingCenter Configuration, ClaimCenter Configuration, and InsuranceSuite Integration at the current release
- Created comprehensive training content for various products, including Integration Gateway and Cloud Integration Basics
- Strengthened curriculum design by collaborating with faculty and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
- Revamped course layout based on innovative methodologies, fostering more effective learning experiences
- Successfully managed one of the largest cost centers within the education division
- Guided teachers in incorporating differentiated instruction techniques into their lessons to cater to diverse learning styles.
- Pioneered visionary approaches to content creation and delivery, driving continuous improvement in education strategies
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
Director of Engineering
Audatex, A Solera Company
03.2008 - 04.2010
- Provided visionary leadership and guidance to oversee six teams, comprising a total of 30 members, ensuring optimal performance and productivity
- Orchestrated seamless customer integrations with Audatex via the EAI (Enterprise Application Integration) team
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of the engineering strategy while overseeing day-to-day operations of the engineering department
- Successfully rearchitected multiple applications on the .NET platform to enhance overall performance and user-friendliness
- Held end-to-end responsibility for the lifecycle of all EAI development projects, utilizing agile/SCRUM methodologies
- Expertly managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring on-time delivery, adherence to budget constraints, and fulfillment of customer commitments
- Effectively addressed technical requirements and inquiries while managing customer escalations when necessary
- Led the coordination of major releases through Alpha, Beta, and Production Release Cycles, ensuring a smooth and efficient deployment process
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings with proactive communication, addressing concerns promptly, and seeking feedback for improvements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management With An Emphasis On MIS
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, COSkills
- RESTful API Development
- Apache Camel Integration
- Project Management for Software Development (Agile/Scrum)
- Software Development
- Database Management
- Software Development Languages
- Web Development Technologies
- Digital Platforms
- Customer engagement
- Customer satisfaction
- Team motivation
Timeline
Director of Education - Strategy
Guidewire
04.2010 - Current
Director of Engineering
Audatex, A Solera Company
03.2008 - 04.2010
Director of Engineering
Sybase Inc
Senior Technical Evangelist
Sybase Inc
Associate of Arts - Business Management With An Emphasis On MIS
University of Northern Colorado
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