Rhodes Baker
About Rhodes Baker
Rhodes Baker is the Director of Product Management at Lutron Electronics in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, with a background in software engineering, UX, and systems engineering.
Current Role at Lutron Electronics
Rhodes Baker is currently serving as the Director of Product Management at Lutron Electronics in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. In this role, Baker oversees product planning and is responsible for leading the SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) transformation within the company. His leadership ensures that product development aligns with both business objectives and customer needs.
Previous Experience at Lutron Electronics
Before his current role, Rhodes Baker held several key positions at Lutron Electronics. From 2020 to 2022, he was the Senior Manager of Product and Technology. Prior to that, he served as the Manager of Residential Technology from 2018 to 2020, also based in Coopersburg, PA. These roles allowed him to develop a deep understanding of product and technology management within the company.
Educational Background
Rhodes Baker studied at Lafayette College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science. He attended from 2006 to 2010. During his time at Lafayette College, he also worked as an Excel Scholar from 2008 to 2010, gaining valuable research and analytical skills.
Software Engineering and UX Expertise
Rhodes Baker has a strong background in software engineering, user experience (UX) design, and systems engineering. His expertise in these areas contributes to his ability to integrate emerging technology with human-centric design principles, ensuring that the products developed under his leadership meet both technical and user requirements.
Product Management and SAFe Transformation
As the Director of Product Management, Rhodes Baker is responsible for leading the SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) transformation at Lutron Electronics. This initiative aims to streamline and improve product development processes, making them more efficient and responsive to market needs. His role involves coordinating between various departments to ensure that the company's product strategies are executed effectively.