Helen Poon
About Helen Poon
Helen Poon Director of Engineering
Helen Poon currently holds the position of Director of Engineering. As a seasoned leader in the tech industry, her role involves overseeing engineering teams and ensuring the successful execution of projects within the organization. She brings a wealth of experience in managing both people and technology to her current role.
Helen Poon Experience at Kik
Helen Poon has built and run engineering teams at Kik, a popular messaging app. At Kik, she was responsible for leading and managing the team responsible for developing the app's infrastructure. Her work included overseeing the development and maintenance of large-scale backend systems that support millions of users.
Helen Poon Experience at TextNow
Helen Poon played a crucial role in building and running engineering teams at TextNow, a telecommunications app that provides free phone service. At TextNow, she managed large-scale backend systems that ensure the app’s reliability and performance. Her efforts contributed to the growth and stability of TextNow’s technical infrastructure.
Helen Poon Experience at OpenText
Helen Poon has extensive experience from her time at OpenText, a global leader in Enterprise Information Management. She was involved in building and managing engineering teams that worked on backend systems crucial for the company's various software solutions. Her leadership helped streamline OpenText's processes and enhance their technological capabilities.
Helen Poon Expertise in Managing Backend Systems
Helen Poon has significant expertise in managing large-scale backend systems, especially in the context of social and telecommunications apps. Her work involves ensuring the scalability, performance, and reliability of these systems to support millions of users. Her technical leadership ensures that backend operations run smoothly and efficiently.