Lance Mumpower
About Lance Mumpower
Lance Mumpower is a Senior Release Engineer with extensive experience in software configuration management, particularly using Rational Team Concert and Synergy CCM. He has worked at Scientific Games since 2017 and has held various engineering roles at companies such as Cisco Systems and Technicolor.
Work at Scientific Games
Lance Mumpower has been employed at Scientific Games as a Senior Release Engineer since 2017. His role involves overseeing software release processes and ensuring the integrity of software builds. He works in Alpharetta, GA, where he applies his extensive experience in software configuration management. Mumpower utilizes tools such as Jenkins for continuous integration and JIRA for project management and issue tracking. His contributions are essential to maintaining efficient workflows within the organization.
Previous Experience in Build and Release Engineering
Before joining Scientific Games, Lance Mumpower held positions at several notable companies. He worked at The Home Depot as a Build and Release Engineer for a brief period in 2017. Prior to that, he served as an SCM Build and Release Engineer at Technicolor from 2015 to 2016. Mumpower also spent 15 years at Cisco Systems, Inc. (formerly Scientific Atlanta) in a similar role from 2000 to 2015. His diverse experience across these organizations has equipped him with a robust skill set in software development and release management.
Education and Expertise
Lance Mumpower holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, which he completed from 1985 to 1990. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Computer Science from East Tennessee State University between 1993 and 1996. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software configuration management, scripting languages, and automation processes.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Mumpower possesses a range of technical skills that are critical in his role as a Senior Release Engineer. He is proficient in using Rational Team Concert (RTC) and Synergy CCM for software configuration management. His expertise extends to scripting languages such as Python, Perl, and Bash, which are essential for automating build and release processes. Additionally, he has experience working with various operating systems, including Mac OS, Windows NT, XP, 7, and Linux/Unix.
Leadership and Collaboration Skills
Lance Mumpower demonstrates strong leadership skills that enhance collaboration among teams. He effectively engages with management, development engineering, and customers to facilitate project success. His ability to lead and communicate effectively contributes to the smooth operation of software release processes and fosters a cooperative work environment.