Rachael Renna
About Rachael Renna
Rachael Renna is a Software Engineering Manager at Schneider Electric, where she leads a team of engineers in developing control systems and manages product backlogs. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and an MBA from Florida State University.
Work at Schneider Electric
Rachael Renna has been employed at Schneider Electric since 2015, where she currently holds the position of Software Engineering Manager. In this role, she leads a team of hardware and software engineers focused on developing new control systems. Her responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to translate business problem statements into user stories and managing the backlog of user stories for three products simultaneously as a Product Owner. Renna's leadership encompasses hiring, training, conducting performance reviews, and managing schedules for her team.
Education and Expertise
Rachael Renna earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Management Information Systems from Florida State University, completing her studies from 2019 to 2022. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of software engineering.
Background
Before her tenure at Schneider Electric, Rachael Renna gained practical experience as an intern at Versa Products Company, Inc. from 2013 to 2015. This role allowed her to apply her academic knowledge in a professional setting, enhancing her skills in software engineering and project management. Her journey in the field began with a focus on engineering, which she has successfully integrated with management practices in her current role.
Achievements
In her current position, Rachael Renna has demonstrated her ability to manage complex projects and lead a diverse team of engineers. She effectively balances her responsibilities as a Software Engineering Manager and Product Owner, ensuring that user stories are prioritized and developed in alignment with business goals. Her contributions to Schneider Electric reflect her commitment to advancing control systems and enhancing team performance.