Claire Rich
About Claire Rich
Claire Rich serves as the Director of Software Engineering, leading the development of a software platform for the Defence Intelligence Agency. She has extensive experience in the defense and intelligence sectors, having held various engineering and leadership roles since 2007.
Current Role as Director of Software Engineering
Claire Rich serves as the Director of Software Engineering at Black Cape, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads the development of a mission-oriented software platform tailored for the Defence Intelligence Agency. Her responsibilities include overseeing software engineering projects and ensuring that the solutions meet the specific needs of defense and intelligence sectors.
Previous Experience at Black Cape
Before her current role, Claire Rich worked at Black Cape as a Team Lead and Tech Lead from 2020 to 2021. During her time there, she contributed to various software development initiatives, leveraging her expertise in software engineering to guide her team in delivering effective solutions.
Background in Defense and Intelligence Software Solutions
Claire Rich has extensive experience in delivering software solutions for the defense and intelligence sectors. Her career includes roles that span various organizations, where she has applied her technical skills to meet the demands of these critical fields.
Education in Computer Information Systems
Claire Rich studied at Valdosta State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Computer Information Systems and Computer Science from 2012 to 2015. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in software engineering principles and practices.
Career Progression and Technical Roles
Throughout her career, Claire Rich has held multiple technical roles. She worked as a Software Engineer III and Software Developer II at Systems Definition Inc, an RPA Developer at UiPath, and a Software Developer at Booz Allen Hamilton. Additionally, she served as a Technical Lead at Quadrint, Inc. These positions have contributed to her growth as a software engineering leader.