Kevin Leduc
About Kevin Leduc
Kevin Leduc is a Director of Engineering with extensive experience in software development and engineering management. He has held various roles in notable companies and possesses strong communication skills that enhance collaboration across teams.
Work at Ottimate
Kevin Leduc currently serves as the Director of Engineering at Ottimate, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Engineering Manager at the same company from 2022 to 2023. His responsibilities include optimizing engineering processes and managing cross-functional teams to enhance product development. Leduc's experience at Ottimate builds on his extensive background in engineering management and product development.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Leduc has a diverse background in engineering management, having held several key positions in various companies. He was an Engineering Manager at Magmic Inc. from 2005 to 2010 and later served as an Engineering Manager at Wikimedia Foundation from 2014 to 2016. His role at CARDFREE as a Technical Product Manager from 2016 to 2020 further solidified his expertise in product development and management. Additionally, he was the Director of Developer Relations at Pretzil from 2010 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Leduc holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Ottawa, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. He also obtained a Certificate in Project Management from The University of British Columbia in 2004. Leduc has pursued further education in transformation at Landmark from 2007 to 2013. His educational background supports his strong qualifications in managing software and engineering processes.
Technical Skills and Abilities
Leduc possesses notable technical skills, particularly in developing lightweight structures for effective release management. His approach has led to the delivery of best-selling products at reduced costs and accelerated timelines. He has demonstrated strong communication acumen, facilitating collaboration among cross-committed groups and optimizing engineering and business processes through effective stakeholder engagement.
Career Timeline
Kevin Leduc's career spans multiple roles and companies over several years. He began his career as a Software Developer at Sun Microsystems from 1998 to 2001. He then founded Magmic Inc. and worked there as a Software Developer for a year. His career includes various positions such as Team Lead at Illuminated Technologies in 2005, Project Manager at Sprint from 2011 to 2013, and several roles at Ottimate, culminating in his current position as Director of Engineering.