Rommel Childress
About Rommel Childress
Rommel Childress serves as the Principal Engineer in the CTO Group at Poly, where he has worked since 2022. With a career spanning over 25 years at Polycom, he specializes in video display systems, control system design, and software development.
Work at Poly
Rommel Childress has been serving as Principal Engineer in the CTO Group at Poly since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Staff Engineer in the same group from 2019 to 2022. His tenure at Poly reflects a commitment to advancing technology solutions within the organization. Additionally, he has held various engineering positions at Polycom since 1999, including Lead Engineer and Staff Software Engineer, showcasing a long-standing involvement in product development and engineering management.
Education and Expertise
Rommel Childress studied at Tufts University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) with a focus on Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering Design from 1995 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive expertise in engineering disciplines, particularly in software development and system design. He is experienced in Agile methodologies and has a proficiency in various programming languages, including Java, C#, C/C++, Ruby, and Python.
Background
Rommel Childress has a diverse background in engineering, with over 25 years of experience at Polycom. He has held multiple roles, including Engineering Manager since 2012, where he has overseen engineering teams and projects. His work has involved designing and implementing Video Display Systems, particularly utilizing DLP technology, as well as expertise in Control System Design, Programming, and Automation. He is also knowledgeable in HD Camera Technology and Room Acoustics.
Technical Skills and Tools
Rommel Childress is proficient in a variety of platforms and frameworks, including Android, .NET, WPF, and Linux. He utilizes software tools such as Eclipse, Visual Studio, Photoshop, and Illustrator in his engineering tasks. His technical skills extend to training cross-functional teams on emerging technologies, indicating a capacity for leadership and knowledge sharing within his field.