Cory Omand
About Cory Omand
Cory Omand is a Lead Software Engineer at Pixar Animation Studios, where he has worked since 2009. He specializes in software framework development, test automation, and optimization of workflows, leveraging his extensive experience in various programming languages.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Cory Omand has been employed at Pixar Animation Studios since 2006, where he has progressed through various roles. He started as a Software Engineer in Test, then served as a Sr. Software Engineer from 2007 to 2009. Since 2009, he has held the position of Lead Software Engineer. His responsibilities include developing software frameworks and optimizing workflows through the design of reusable components. He has contributed to the design and implementation of next-generation animation pipeline software, enhancing the studio's capabilities in animation production.
Education and Expertise
Cory Omand studied at DeVry University in Calgary, Canada, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology from 1997 to 2000. He furthered his education at the Stanford Center for Professional Development, completing coursework in Computer Science from 2005 to 2006. His expertise includes open source software development practices, test automation software, and proficiency in multiple programming languages such as C/C++, Java, Perl, Python, and Tcl.
Background in Software Engineering
Before joining Pixar, Cory Omand worked at Sun Microsystems as a Principal Test Software Engineer from 2000 to 2006. His experience includes software configuration management and system administration for Solaris and Linux systems. At Pixar, he initially focused on test strategy and the implementation of API tests, which provided him with a comprehensive understanding of complex, high-performance applications.
Project Management and Advocacy
Cory Omand is involved in project management, outsource planning, and supply chain development within his role at Pixar. He actively engages in advocacy and mentoring within the software engineering field, contributing to the professional development of peers and aspiring engineers. His focus on optimization and reusable components reflects his commitment to improving software engineering practices.