Daniel Desrochers
About Daniel Desrochers
Daniel Desrochers is the Manager of Development at TELUS in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, specializing in Agile SCRUM and Jira/Confluence.
Current Role at TELUS
Daniel Desrochers is the Manager of Development at TELUS, located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. In this role, he oversees the development and deployment of health solutions such as KinLogix, Medesync, and Ubik. His responsibilities include leading multiple SCRUM teams, managing project budgets, and handling RS&DE tax credits. Additionally, he serves as a leadership coach and talent mentor, consistently seeking process improvements to enhance efficiency.
Previous Experience at Adacel
Before joining TELUS, Daniel Desrochers accumulated extensive experience at Adacel. He worked there from 2002 to 2014 in various roles, including Manager of Speech Recognition and Advanced Programs, Senior Speech Specialist, and Software Developer. During his tenure, he honed his expertise in speech recognition technologies and advanced program management. His career at Adacel included overseeing development projects and contributing to innovations in speech technology.
Development Roles at Locus Dialogue and Mobilair
Daniel Desrochers worked as a Software Developer at Locus Dialogue from 2000 to 2002 and at Mobilair from 1998 to 2000. During his time at these companies, he gained valuable software development experience, further building his skill set in the tech industry. These roles helped pave the way for his subsequent positions at Adacel and TELUS.
Educational Background
Daniel Desrochers completed his Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng) at Polytechnique Montréal from 1996 to 2000. This educational foundation provided him with the technical skills and knowledge essential for his subsequent roles in software development and management.
Specialization in Agile Methodologies
Daniel Desrochers specializes in Agile methodologies, particularly SCRUM, and utilizes tools such as Jira and Confluence. In his role as a Product Owner, he ensures that development teams follow Agile practices effectively, facilitating project execution and improving efficiency. His expertise in Agile methodologies is a critical component of his approach to managing development projects and teams.