Heather Rose
About Heather Rose
Heather Rose is a Software Engineering Manager at SMA Technologies in Houston, Texas, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in fine arts and extensive experience in software development and user experience, she combines technical expertise with a strong understanding of digital communications.
Work at SMA Technologies
Heather Rose has been serving as the Software Engineering Manager (Core) at SMA Technologies since 2022. In this role, she oversees software development projects, utilizing her expertise in Agile and SCRUM methodologies. Her position is based in Houston, Texas, where she has contributed to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the development team for two years.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining SMA Technologies, Heather Rose held various positions in software development and management. She worked as a Software Development Manager at GSFSGroup from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, she was the Interactive UI Director at eWayDirect from 2011 to 2013 and served as the Director of Front End Web Development/UI Development at HKS Media Group for one year in 2013-2014. Additionally, she founded and operated Dream It Graphics from 2001 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Heather Rose holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Graphic Communications from the State University of New York at Oswego, where she studied from 2001 to 2006. She also earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) in Computer and Information Sciences from Hudson Valley Community College in 2009. Her educational background combines fine arts with technical skills, particularly in web design and digital communications.
Background in User Experience and Digital Marketing
Heather Rose possesses a strong background in User Experience (UX), which influences her approach to software development and management. She has developed expertise in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Digital Marketing, enhancing her technical capabilities in software development. This combination of skills allows her to effectively manage projects that require both artistic and technical insights.