David Spokane
About David Spokane
David Spokane serves as the Vice President of Engineering Operations at Devo, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in engineering and program management, having held senior roles at various technology companies including RSA Security, EMC Corporation, and Lockheed Martin.
Current Role at Devo
David Spokane serves as the Vice President of Engineering Operations at Devo, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing engineering processes and operations to drive efficiency and innovation within the organization. His leadership is characterized by a commitment to customer-centric approaches and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Previous Experience at RSA Security
At RSA Security, David Spokane held two significant roles. From 2013 to 2019, he served as the Senior Director of Total Customer Experience and Engineering Operations, where he emphasized customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Subsequently, from 2019 to 2021, he transitioned to the role of Senior Director of Cloud Transformation, leading initiatives to enhance cloud services and solutions.
Career Background in Engineering and Management
David Spokane has a diverse background in engineering and management, with experience spanning over three decades. He began his career at Lockheed Martin as a Software Engineering Manager from 1989 to 1999. He then progressed through various leadership positions at EMC Corporation, Compuware, and Sun Microsystems, where he developed expertise in program management and engineering operations.
Educational Qualifications
David Spokane holds an MBA in Business Administration from Boston University, which he completed from 1991 to 1996. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, studying from 1982 to 1987. His educational background supports his extensive career in technology and management.
Leadership Philosophy and Approach
David Spokane believes that transformational change is driven by a customer-centric approach and cultural change. He emphasizes the importance of connecting teams with the 'WHY' behind their tasks to facilitate change. His leadership style focuses on improving team dynamics and creating fast feedback loops to enhance scalability and efficiency.