Keith Madsen
About Keith Madsen
Keith Madsen serves as the Technical Director at NearForm, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in software engineering and technical consulting, with a background in microservice architectures and Agile methodologies.
Work at NearForm
Keith Madsen has served as the Technical Director at NearForm since 2021. In this role, he focuses on leveraging microservice-based architectures and evolutionary designs to enhance the company's technical capabilities. His leadership style incorporates servant leadership principles, which emphasize supporting and empowering team members. Madsen's work at NearForm aligns with his expertise in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, facilitating efficient project delivery and fostering a collaborative environment.
Previous Employment History
Before joining NearForm, Keith Madsen held several significant positions in the technology sector. He worked as a Software Engineer at eDuce Ireland Ltd from 2007 to 2009. Following this, he served as a Senior Technical Consultant at Daon from 2009 to 2014. Madsen then transitioned to Accenture as a Software Engineering Senior Analyst for one year, before taking on the role of IT Management Consultant Manager at KPMG Ireland for four months in 2015. Most recently, he was employed at Bank of America as SVP, Senior Cloud Architect from 2019 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Keith Madsen earned an Honours Degree in Computing from Technological University Dublin, where he studied Computer Science from 2002 to 2006. His educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in socio-technical architecture and Agile/DevOps transformation. Madsen employs a Lean UX approach, integrating Design Thinking, Lean Startup methodologies, and Agile Delivery practices into his work, which enhances project outcomes and team efficiency.
Technical Skills and Leadership Approach
Keith Madsen is skilled in microservice-based architectures and has a strong focus on Agile and DevOps principles. He advocates for the use of CI/CD tools and techniques to accelerate project delivery. His leadership approach is characterized by servant leadership, which prioritizes the growth and well-being of team members. Madsen's technical proficiency and leadership style contribute to successful project execution and foster a positive team culture.