Robert Mac Kinnon
About Robert Mac Kinnon
Robert Mac Kinnon is the Head of Architecture and Delivery, Europe at Hiya Inc., with over 25 years of experience in the Telecoms industry.
Current Position at Hiya Inc.
Robert Mac Kinnon serves as the Head of Architecture and Delivery for Europe at Hiya Inc., a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing the architectural and delivery strategies for Hiya's services across Europe. His work involves leading technical projects and ensuring that Hiya's solutions meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.
Prior Roles at Hiya Inc.
Before his current role, Robert held multiple positions at Hiya Inc. He was the Head of Solutions Architecture, Europe from 2020 to 2022, and prior to that, he served as the Principal Solutions Architect from 2019 to 2020. His earlier role as Lead Solutions Architect in 2019 laid the groundwork for his subsequent responsibilities. Each of these roles contributed to his deep understanding of solutions architecture and delivery in the telecom sector.
Career at Vodafone
At Vodafone, Robert Mac Kinnon was instrumental in various roles related to solutions architecture and product development. From 2018 to 2019, he was the Lead Solutions Architect and Manager for Carrier Product Development. Previously, he served as a Solutions Architect focusing on Internet IT Transformation and Connectivity Product Development from 2016 to 2018. His initial role at Vodafone as a Solutions Architect for IPX, Carrier Product Development, and earlier as a contractor in 2014, allowed him to develop a strong foundation in the telecom industry.
Experience at NETGEAR
Robert's experience at NETGEAR spans several years where he held significant roles in product management. He served as the Senior Global Product Line Manager for Mobile Broadband from 2012 to 2013 and as the Global Product Line Manager for Mobile Broadband from 2011 to 2012. Earlier, he was the Global Product Line Manager for DSL/Fiber-to-the-Home from 2007 to 2011. In these roles, he oversaw product lines and contributed to the strategy and development of broadband solutions.
Educational Background
Robert Mac Kinnon studied Engineering at Chichester College, where he achieved a Diploma from 1994 to 1996. His technical education provided the foundation for his extensive career in the telecoms industry, characterized by hands-on experience and a robust understanding of both product management and architecture design.