Steve Polaski
About Steve Polaski
Steve Polaski serves as the Director of Customer Centric Innovation at WalkMe™, where he focuses on enhancing customer experiences through Workflow Accelerator products. He has extensive experience in enterprise architecture and development, having held senior positions at companies such as Illumina, Qualcomm, and IBM.
Work at WalkMe
Steve Polaski currently serves as the Director of Customer Centric Innovation at WalkMe™, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the delivery and operations of the Workflow Accelerator products. His focus is on reducing friction for customers utilizing workflows, ensuring a smoother user experience. His work is conducted remotely from the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Expertise
Steve Polaski has a solid educational background in Computer Science. He earned an Associate of Science degree from Allegheny Community College and a Bachelor of Science degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology. His expertise includes a deep understanding of enterprise systems, which allows him to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives and technical teams.
Background
Steve Polaski has extensive experience in the technology sector, having held various leadership positions throughout his career. He worked at IBM as a Senior Developer from 1983 to 1989, followed by a role at Synon as Director of Development from 1989 to 1995. He spent 15 years at Qualcomm as VP of IT Architect & Platform Services from 2001 to 2016, and later served as Sr Director of Enterprise Architecture at Illumina from 2016 to 2023.
Previous Positions
Prior to his current role at WalkMe, Steve Polaski held several significant positions in reputable organizations. He was the Sr Director of Enterprise Architecture & Platform Services at Illumina from 2016 to 2022. Before that, he worked at Gateway as Director of Enterprise Architect from 1999 to 2001. His career also includes a long tenure at Qualcomm, where he contributed to IT architecture and platform services.
Professional Contributions
In his various roles, Steve Polaski has acted as an evangelist, guide, and technology mentor within his organizations. His leadership has focused on enhancing communication and collaboration among teams, ensuring that both technical and non-technical stakeholders are aligned. His contributions have been pivotal in driving innovation and improving operational efficiencies.