Brian Richards, Csm
About Brian Richards, Csm
Brian Richards is an Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner, and .Net Software Developer with over 15 years of experience at Transamerica. He previously served as Accelerated Development Manager and Implementation Architect at Oblicore for three years.
Work at Transamerica
Brian Richards has been employed at Transamerica since 2009. He holds the positions of Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner, and .Net Software Developer. His role involves overseeing agile project management processes, facilitating team collaboration, and ensuring the successful delivery of software development projects. He has contributed to various initiatives within the organization, leveraging his expertise in agile methodologies and software development.
Previous Experience at Oblicore
Before joining Transamerica, Brian Richards worked at Oblicore from 2006 to 2009. He served as the Accelerated Development Manager and Implementation Architect during his tenure. Based in Columbia, MD, he was responsible for managing development teams and architecting solutions to meet client needs. His experience at Oblicore provided him with a solid foundation in project management and software implementation.
Education and Expertise
Brian Richards earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. He studied from 1997 to 2000, gaining knowledge and skills that have supported his career in software development and agile project management. His educational background has equipped him with the technical expertise necessary for his roles in the technology sector.
Professional Roles and Responsibilities
In his current roles at Transamerica, Brian Richards is responsible for implementing agile practices and guiding software development teams. As an Agile Scrum Master, he facilitates scrum ceremonies and ensures adherence to agile principles. As a Product Owner, he prioritizes the product backlog and collaborates with stakeholders to define project requirements. His work as a .Net Software Developer involves coding and developing software solutions.