Doug Rude, Pmp
About Doug Rude, Pmp
Doug Rude is a Project Manager in Software Engineering at Boston Scientific with extensive experience in software development and project management.
Title
Doug Rude, PMP, serves as a Project Manager in Software Engineering at Boston Scientific. His role encompasses a range of project management and software engineering duties, leveraging his extensive experience in the field.
Company
Currently, Doug Rude is employed at Boston Scientific, where he has served since 2007. Boston Scientific, located in St. Paul, MN, is known for its contributions to the medical device industry. In his role, Doug manages software engineering projects, ensuring they meet industry standards and compliance requirements.
Education and Expertise
Doug Rude obtained a Master Certificate in Project Management from Villanova University in 2007, following a one-year program. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Business from Minnesota State University, Mankato, completed in 1988. His formal education, combined with his practical experience, equips him with a robust foundation in both project management and software development.
Previous Positions
Before joining Boston Scientific, Doug Rude worked as a Business Systems Development & Integration Consultant at BusyBrains Inc from 2000 to 2007 in Minnesota. He also served as a Software Developer & Operations Support Specialist at Zechmann & Associates from 1989 to 2000, working closely with Northern States Power (NSP) / Xcel Energy in the Northern States.
Skills and Responsibilities
Doug’s role at Boston Scientific involves writing applications and integration components that link manufacturing equipment and devices with MES and Enterprise Systems. He is responsible for providing full life cycle documentation and ensuring FDA compliance through validation processes. Additionally, he remains actively engaged in .NET development while managing various projects. Doug also led a global MES project for seven years, showcasing his capability in handling extensive and complex projects.