Emmanuel Roman
About Emmanuel Roman
Emmanuel Roman serves as the Engineering Strategy & Operations Leader at Fivetran, where he has implemented initiatives to enhance customer experience and manage risk since 2022. With a diverse background in reliability engineering and operations across several leading technology companies, he has developed strong communication skills and acts as a strategic partner within his organization.
Work at Fivetran
Emmanuel Roman has served as the Engineering Strategy & Operations Leader at Fivetran since 2022. In this role, he has implemented company-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing customer experience and managing risk. He tracks progress using established OKRs and KPIs, ensuring that the engineering operations align with the company's policies and practices. Additionally, he acts as a strategic partner to the global group leader, focusing on both short and long-term goal execution.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role at Fivetran, Emmanuel Roman held various positions in the technology sector. He worked as the Director of Reliability Engineering at SailPoint from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes a tenure at Workday as Senior Manager of Site Reliability Engineering from 2017 to 2021. He has held multiple senior roles at Cisco Systems, Inc., including Senior Manager of Strategy & Operations and Manager of Software Development, spanning over a decade.
Education and Expertise
Emmanuel Roman has a strong educational background. He studied Management Information Systems at the University of San Francisco, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. He also completed an Associate's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Heald College-San Francisco. Additionally, he attended Stanford University, where he completed the Stanford Advanced Program Management (SCPM) Certificate Program.
Background
Emmanuel Roman has built a diverse career in engineering strategy and operations, with experience across various companies and roles. He has worked in multiple locations, including Oakland, California, and Austin, Texas. His career spans over two decades, during which he has developed skills in communication, risk management, and operational strategy.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Emmanuel Roman has been recognized for his ability to foster a collaborative environment and a proactive approach to engineering strategy and operations. He is known for his storytelling communication skills, which have established him as a trusted advisor to both customers and management. His leadership has contributed to significant improvements in customer experience and operational efficiency.