Jerry Skidmore
About Jerry Skidmore
Jerry Skidmore serves as the Director of IT at PRODEGE, LLC, a position he has held since 2015. He has extensive experience in software development and data management, having previously worked at companies such as REDCOM Laboratories, Greenwave Systems, and Kia Motors America.
Work at Prodege
Jerry Skidmore has served as the Director of IT at Prodege, LLC since 2015. In this role, he oversees the company's IT operations, ensuring the effective management of technology resources. His responsibilities include strategic planning, implementation of IT solutions, and maintaining data integrity across various platforms. Skidmore's leadership has contributed to the optimization of IT processes within the organization.
Previous Experience in IT
Before joining Prodege, Jerry Skidmore held several key positions in the IT sector. He worked as a Software Engineer III at REDCOM Laboratories, Inc. from 2000 to 2006, where he gained foundational experience in software development. Skidmore also served as an Application Architect at Greenwave Systems Inc. from 2013 to 2015 and as a Lead Application Developer at Kia Motors America for a brief period in 2014. His experience spans various technologies and roles, enhancing his expertise in IT management.
Education and Expertise
Jerry Skidmore earned a Master's degree in Computer Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in IT. Skidmore's expertise includes managing complex data operations and overseeing application transitions, which are critical skills in his current role as Director of IT.
Technical Achievements
Throughout his career, Jerry Skidmore has successfully managed complex data operations, including the frequent loading and refreshing of large datasets with up to 90 million rows every 15 minutes. He has led significant projects such as the migration of complex systems from Rackspace to AWS, ensuring minimal downtime. Additionally, he oversaw the transition of applications from Golang/PHP to Java, enhancing system performance.
Financial and Strategic Leadership
In his previous roles, Jerry Skidmore handled financial decision-making for IT tools and forecasting. He reported directly to the CTO, providing insights and recommendations that influenced the company's technology strategy. His ability to manage high-volume operations, such as overseeing the nCrave division, which handled up to 30,000 impressions per second during peak times, demonstrates his capacity for strategic leadership in IT.