ROGER GUFFEY
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Technical Leader that is capable of building high caliber diverse teams that drive development and execute in an extremely efficient capacity. Driven individual with strengths in product development, validation, support engineering and product marketing.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director SW Engineering
Dell Technologies
01.2018 - Current
- Directed all Digital Transformation activity for Client Product Group
- Directed team of 80+ engineering staff across multiple regions including US, Taiwan, India and Europe
- Managed Internal and 3rd party strategic relationships at the C-Suite level
- Developed digital-first solutions including but not limited to PPM, Validation, KPI Dashboards and various tools to automate workflows
- Responsible for data warehouse ecosystem that drives all connected data throughout the organization
- Utilized AI/ML technologies to create predictive decision making and business insights
- Encouraged team collaboration and motivated individual employees through positive reinforcement and technical recognition.
- Streamlined and automated internal processes to improve overall workflows.
- Designed and implemented engineering projects that exceeded client expectations and bolstered revenue opportunities.
- Very active in Recent Graduate program and Executive sponsor for diverse campus recruiting
Director Test Engineering
Dell Technologies
02.2008 - 01.2018
- Responsibilities include managing a team of Validation Architects that are responsible for creating test coverage for all Dell client platforms globally
- Worked with all ODM partners to review and execute validation best practices for all segments of products
- Reduced engineering costs over $2million by alleviating redundant tasks.
- Managed communications with internal and external stakeholders.
- Created a working model that scaled across global regions to drive test efficiency and governance
- Organized data and modeled information for use in key decision-making.
- Develop long-term technical relationships with the vendor base for the core technologies.
- Generated concept designs, collaborated with customers to gain feedback and directed entire design process.
Strategic Alliance Manager
Advanced Micro Devices
01.2005 - 02.2008
- Built long-term relationships with lucrative clients by utilizing active listening, effective communication and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Established strong client relationships to drive business development.Achieved client loyalty through quality, productivity, service and proactive management.
- Collaborated with various departments to improve communication and deliver individualized customer solutions.
- Acted with minimal direction in self-directed capacities to resolve issues and implement strategies.
- Proposed solutions and leveraged cross-selling opportunities to existing and new clients.
- Presented product and service details at various events to increase customer base.
Test Engineering Sr. Manager
Dell Technologies
07.1999 - 01.2006
- The primary focus of this position is to manage teams of engineers and managers that are responsible for the development of all test cases and test tools to ensure functionality and compatibility for all of Dell’s Product line.
- Assessed project scope and defined requirements for testability.
- Evaluated test results and prepared system-level reports to detail findings and validate system performance.
- Implemented quality assurance testing methodologies and controls.
- Analyzed and interpreted test data and prepared technical reports.
- Set up automation frameworks, tools and methodology to assist future users and streamline automation.
- Defined operational and technical specifications and standards.
Education
Computer Engineering
ECPI
01.1990
Skills
- Technical Leadership,
- Technical Hiring
- Hardware and Software Technology
- Product Development
- Strategic Partnerships and Vendor Management
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Development
- Strategic Planning
- Problem-Solving
Websites
Timeline
Director SW Engineering
Dell Technologies
01.2018 - Current
Director Test Engineering
Dell Technologies
02.2008 - 01.2018
Strategic Alliance Manager
Advanced Micro Devices
01.2005 - 02.2008
Test Engineering Sr. Manager
Dell Technologies
07.1999 - 01.2006
Computer Engineering
ECPI