Rich Mac Queen
About Rich Mac Queen
Rich Mac Queen is a Software Engineering Manager and Senior Project Manager currently working at Centric Consulting in Chicago, Illinois. He has extensive experience in software development and project management, having held various leadership roles at Paylocity and Discover Financial Services.
Work at Centric Consulting
Rich Mac Queen has been employed at Centric Consulting as a Software Engineering Manager and Senior Project Manager since 2022. He operates out of the Chicago, Illinois office. In this role, he manages software engineering projects, focusing on delivering quality solutions and enhancing team performance.
Experience at Paylocity
Prior to his current position, Rich Mac Queen worked at Paylocity as a Software Development Manager, Product Lead, and Senior Project Manager from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at Paylocity lasted for one year and was based in Schaumburg, Illinois. He contributed to software development initiatives and project management during this period.
Career at Discover Financial Services
Rich Mac Queen held multiple roles at Discover Financial Services from 2009 to 2021. He served as a Senior Software Engineering Manager from 2020 to 2021, and prior to that, he was a Senior Manager in Application Development for the Print Platform from 2014 to 2020. His career at Discover also included positions as Senior Systems Manager for various teams, focusing on project management and application development.
Education and Expertise
Rich Mac Queen earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from DePaul University, where he studied from 1987 to 1989. His educational background in mathematics supports his analytical skills in software engineering and project management.
Project Management and Team Leadership
In his roles, Rich Mac Queen has managed teams focused on UI/UX development, particularly in the Value Chain Transformation Smart Warehouse application. He emphasized a collaborative culture and transformational journey, aiming to increase team visibility and velocity while ensuring quality code delivery.