Douglas Camens
Director of Software Engineering
Professional Overview
Douglas Camens is a seasoned software engineering leader with over 25 years of experience in the technology industry. As the Director of Software Engineering at Legrand, North America, he is responsible for driving the strategic direction and execution of the company's software development initiatives, with a focus on IoT, mobile applications, and embedded systems.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Software Engineering at Legrand, North America, Douglas leads a team of talented software engineers, managers, and architects. He is responsible for setting the technical vision, overseeing project delivery, and ensuring the development of innovative, customer-centric software solutions that contribute to the company's growth and success. Under his leadership, the software engineering team has achieved significant improvements in productivity, code quality, and customer satisfaction.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Douglas held several leadership positions at Legrand, North America, including Software Engineering Manager and Engineering Manager for Mobile Applications and Embedded Linux. He has also held senior software engineering and management roles at Bosch Security Systems, where he led teams responsible for mechatronics engineering, mobile application development, and IoT-based solutions. Earlier in his career, Douglas worked as a Software Engineer at Lockheed Martin and as an Application Integrator at IBM.
Academic Background
Douglas holds a Master of Science degree from Penn State University and a Masters in Software Engineering from Penn State Great Valley. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Penn State University.
Areas of Expertise
- Software architecture and design
- Embedded systems and IoT development
- Mobile application development
- Agile software development methodologies
- Team leadership and people management
- Project planning and delivery
- Continuous improvement and process optimization
Professional Impact
Under Douglas's leadership, the software engineering team at Legrand, North America has delivered several high-impact projects, including the development of a cutting-edge IoT platform for smart home and building automation solutions. This platform has been instrumental in driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction, and has positioned Legrand as a leader in the IoT space.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and proven track record of successful team leadership, Douglas Camens is a valuable asset to Legrand, North America. He is committed to driving innovation, fostering a collaborative work environment, and delivering exceptional software solutions that meet the evolving needs of the company's customers.
