Diana Dean
About Diana Dean
Diana Dean is a Software Engineer and Owner at Web3D, LLC, with extensive experience at Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Current Title and Role
Diana Dean holds the role of Software Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. Her responsibilities include software engineering tasks that support the laboratory's mission-critical projects. She contributes to various initiatives through her expertise in systems integration and independent testing.
Professional Background
Diana Dean has accumulated a wealth of experience in the engineering sector. She has spent multiple years at Sandia National Laboratories, transitioning through various roles from Systems Integration Engineer to Software Engineer/Independent Tester. Additionally, she served as a Scientist/Software Engineer at Los Alamos National Laboratory for five years. Diana also owns and operates Web3D, LLC, where she applies her extensive engineering knowledge.
Educational Background and Expertise
Diana Dean earned her Master's degree in Computer Science from Columbia Engineering, where she studied from 2003 to 2005. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor's degree at Wofford College, majoring in Computer Science and Spanish. Her education has provided a solid foundation for her work in software engineering and systems integration.
Role in User Experience Management
As the Lead UX Management Strategist, Diana Dean plays a crucial role in aligning business goals with the end user's experience. She regularly presents UX findings to product owners and customers, manages the team's UX schedule, and oversees the design handoff process to developers. Her work ensures that user experience considerations are integrated into the software development lifecycle.
Presentation and Communication Skills
In her professional capacity, Diana Dean frequently presents her UX findings to both product owners and customers. This aspect of her role underscores her ability to translate technical findings into actionable insights that align with business objectives. Her presentations contribute significantly to the project momentum and stakeholder alignment.