Steven Sykes
About Steven Sykes
Steven Sykes is a Senior Engineering Manager for Client Platforms at Payrix, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in software engineering and management, having held various leadership roles at Johnson & Johnson and Macate Group over a career spanning several decades.
Work at Payrix
Steven Sykes has been serving as the Senior Engineering Manager for Client Platforms at Payrix since 2018. In this role, he focuses on the delivery of software products, emphasizing security, transactional integrity, and operational excellence. His leadership contributes to the development of robust client platforms that meet the needs of users and clients in the financial technology sector.
Previous Experience at Johnson & Johnson
Steven Sykes worked at Johnson & Johnson for 27 years, holding various managerial roles. He served as the Global Manager for Business Continuity & Recovery from 1983 to 2010, overseeing critical operational strategies. Additionally, he was the Regional Manager from 2001 to 2006, where he managed infrastructure for the southeast region, including remote datacenters and network services. His extensive experience at Johnson & Johnson included roles in application development and infrastructure support.
Experience at Macate Group
At Macate Group, Steven Sykes held multiple positions from 2012 to 2021. He started as the Lead Mobile Software Developer, progressing to Director of Mobile Software Development and then Director of Software Design & Architecture. His work involved mobile technologies, including computer vision and proprietary encryption, contributing to the firm’s software engineering capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Steven Sykes earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of Pennsylvania. He has received extensive management and professional skills training, including achieving a Six Sigma Black Belt, which underscores his expertise in process improvement and operational excellence.
Achievements in Healthcare Technology
Steven Sykes played a significant role in the multi-billion dollar success of the cardiovascular stent initiative at Johnson & Johnson, a Fortune 25 healthcare corporation. His contributions to this project highlight his capability in driving impactful technology solutions within the healthcare sector.