Technology Magazine August 2022 | Page 26

» I think that one of the things I have enjoyed the most about my career is the blend I have been able to achieve between technology and customer activities . I ’ m not the one who will rewrite the linux kernel over a weekend just for fun ( although I do enjoy writing some code periodically ), nor am I only involved in the field . I fit somewhere in the middle , which brings a level of variety to my workday that I completely enjoy .

» This one is easy . Our TIBCO LABS organisation is definitely one of the highlights in my current role . The team is fantastic – I learn from them almost daily . We are given the opportunity to apply new technologies to interesting customer problems and also participate in the broader technology community , including through various opensource initiatives and events such as our rapidly growing OSSDay ( opensource community day ) sessions and LABS hackathons . It is challenging , but very rewarding .

» This one is probably best answered by my team ! But , in general , I attempt to provide a very open , transparent , and supportive environment where each person in my team is able to be creative and innovative in their own way . Goals and guidelines are established and shared , and I try to give direction on potential areas of research , engagement strategies and alignment to company objectives , but with a flexible path to success . Innovation does not occur in a straight line , nor is it fully predictable , thus we need to be ready to adapt and pivot quickly as the market or customer needs dictate .