Mark Rendell
About Mark Rendell
Mark Rendell is the Director of Data Engineering and Architecture at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in data engineering and DevOps, with previous roles at Accenture and the University of York, and he advocates for inclusive work environments and IT modernization.
Current Role at Nationwide Building Society
Mark Rendell serves as the Director of Data Engineering and Architecture at Nationwide Building Society. He has held this position since 2021, overseeing the development and implementation of data engineering strategies. His role focuses on enhancing the organization's data architecture and engineering capabilities, ensuring that data practices align with the company's overall objectives.
Previous Experience at Accenture
Mark Rendell has extensive experience at Accenture, where he worked in various roles from 2005 to 2020. He began as an Analyst and Consultant, progressing to Manager, Senior Manager, and ultimately Principal Director of DevOps and SRE Practices Lead. During his tenure, he built and led a DevOps and Agility consulting function, expanding it to 80 personnel and managing global teams of up to 350 individuals across multiple organizations.
Work at University of York
Mark Rendell worked at the University of York as a C++ Developer specializing in Neural Networks from 2002 to 2003. This role contributed to his foundational knowledge in software development and artificial intelligence, which he has applied throughout his career in various technology-focused positions.
Education and Qualifications
Mark Rendell studied at St John's School, Marlborough, from 1991 to 1998. He later attended the University of York, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Electronic Engineering and Music Technology Systems from 1998 to 2002. He has also pursued professional qualifications to enhance his expertise in the field.
Advocacy and Community Contributions
Mark Rendell advocates for psychologically safe, inclusive, and diverse work environments. He actively contributes to the DevOps community through speaking engagements at conferences, writing blogs, and participating in open source projects. His commitment to promoting IT modernization includes implementing PaaS, DevOps, and hypothesis-driven delivery methods.