Rebekah Schmerber
Director in Software Engineering
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Adaptable Software Engineering Manager keen to wrangle multiple simultaneous projects into streamlined, cohesive and profitable efforts. Firm believer in holistic and collaborative management strategies. Thrives on providing exceptional oversight and hands-on guidance guaranteed to improve throughput figures and quality metrics.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Software Engineering
Mastercard
01.2022 - Current
- Increased software development efficiency by implementing Agile methodologies and refining project management processes.
- Developed high-performing engineering teams by recruiting top talent and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Streamlined the code review process for faster deployment, reducing time to market for new product features.
- Championed the adoption of cloud-based technologies, enhancing scalability and reliability across the organization's software portfolio which is the cornerstone of our new applications for Decision Management Platform [DMP] Collaborator, DMP's AOM refresh and DMP Notification Manager refresh.
- Drove revenue increases with AI Network scoring bringing $13.16M in C&I revenue.
- Increased Decision Insights - Notification Manger's North Star by 180% YOY from 2021 to 2023.
- Drove technical strategy decisions which led to successful launch of DMP's full platform in India.
- Mentored junior engineers, helping them develop their skills and advance their careers within the company.
Manager of Software Engineering
Mastercard
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Improved software development processes by implementing agile methodologies and facilitating cross-functional team collaboration.
- Led two engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions in a timely manner, ensuring customer satisfaction and business growth which included work on DMP's delivery of: SafetyNet Suppression, AI Network Scoring MVP, Santorini (MasterCard's Buy Now Pay Later), Conversion of DMP2-DMP3 for Clearing, Deep Monitoring hook-ins for Heartbeats and Health checks and kicked off the new DMP Collaborator application.
- Reduced production defects by implementing thorough code reviews and automated testing strategies.
- Increased overall team productivity through continuous process improvement initiatives and effective resource allocation.
- Managed software release cycles with careful planning, coordination, and communication across various departments.
- Facilitated open lines of communication between engineering teams and other departments for seamless project handoffs and efficient collaboration on cross-functional initiatives.
Lead Project Manager
Mastercard
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Facilitate various roles from Business Analysis to Senior Project Manager depending upon the needs of the teams.
- Enhanced team collaboration for successful project outcomes by fostering open communication and feedback channels.
- Work with upper management to coordinate the high-level objectives/road mapping which impact the direction the projects will take over the next development cycles.
- Worked as a Scrum Master/Project Manager for investigating, developing, and implementing the following projects for the Decision Management Platform [DMP]: Docker, Hubernetes, Kubernetes, and DMP Deployment Automation, ODM (BRMS) Upgrade to 8.9 and diligently track and resolve EIB issues found by developers on the DMP Platform.
- Provide guidance and influenced colleagues’ interpersonal development which directly impacts their career development plans.
- Streamlined project timelines by implementing efficient scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
Project Manager
TDK Technologies LLC
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Worked with the ESS Environments Team, System Engineers, and ESS Architecture as a Scrum Master and Senior Project Manager to review and provide design recommendations on various project which ultimately led to improvement to the overall design that was implemented.
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Assisted in generating the architecture for DMP's Flex Transaction Processing [FlexTP] Seed Data Redesign project with System Engineers.
- Established DMP Application gaps in all environments.
Implemented Intake Processes for all teams.
Project Manager, PMO
Maritz Inc
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Improved project efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing resource allocation.
- Led and executed the Corporate enrollment into BluePay, Microsoft Intune product suite, IVR upgrade to Purina, and other high value projects that exceed $200k in revenue.
- Primary liaison with all outside contractors in addition to cross-company teams to identify, resolve and remediate any issues or concerns.
- Executed ServiceNow Helsinki upgraded which impacted all end-users globally.
- Established procedures for implementing Hybrid Waterfall/Agile framework to the Project Management Office (PMO).
Project Manager
Bradford & Galt
03.2016 - 09.2016
Project Manager, PMO
True Manufacturing Company
04.2015 - 03.2016
Operational Analyst
Apex Systems
10.2014 - 04.2015
Lead Account Service Manager
HSHC Insurance Inc
05.2012 - 10.2014
Education
MBA - Project Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CA07.2014
Bachelor of Science - International Business Management
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.2012
Skills
- Software Architecture
- Performance Optimization
- Agile Methodologies
- Scalability Strategies
- Team Building
- Product Development
- Strategic Planning
- Software Development Life Cycle
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Security Best Practices
- Cloud Computing
Timeline
Director of Software Engineering
Mastercard
01.2022 - Current
Manager of Software Engineering
Mastercard
05.2020 - 01.2022
Lead Project Manager
Mastercard
06.2018 - 05.2020
Project Manager
TDK Technologies LLC
11.2017 - 06.2018
Project Manager, PMO
Maritz Inc
09.2016 - 11.2017
Project Manager
Bradford & Galt
03.2016 - 09.2016
Project Manager, PMO
True Manufacturing Company
04.2015 - 03.2016
Operational Analyst
Apex Systems
10.2014 - 04.2015
Lead Account Service Manager
HSHC Insurance Inc
05.2012 - 10.2014
MBA - Project Management
Ashford University
Bachelor of Science - International Business Management
Missouri State University
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