Pooya Forghani — Engineering Manager
Results-driven technical leader with two decades of experience in software development, team leadership, and strategic project management. Proven ability to build geographically distributed high-performing teams, optimize processes for efficiency, and deliver impactful solutions. Expertise in executive consulting for risk mitigation, fostering strong client relationships, and navigating complex customer escalations by employing effective communication, tactful negotiation, genuine empathy, relevant data and conclusive action plans. Skilled in developing data-driven KPIs and executive reports to measure and drive success, and experienced in global business development, including sales demos and revenue generation. Passionate about talent development, with a track record of creating effective training programs and contributing to successful recruitment initiatives.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in software development and project management within the tech industry.
Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Experience: 20 yrs 6 mos
Career Highlights
- Two decades of software development experience.
- Expertise in building high-performing distributed teams.
- Proven track record in executive consulting and risk mitigation.
Work Experience
Engineering Manager (1 yr)
PEER Group Inc.
Senior Software Development Manager (7 mos)
Software Development Manager (8 yrs 7 mos)
Senior Software Developer (5 yrs 6 mos)
Intermediate Software Developer (2 yrs 4 mos)
Junior Software Developer (1 yr 8 mos)
University of Waterloo
Undergraduate Research Assistant (4 mos)
Undergraduate Research Assistant (3 mos)
Jostens
Web Designer (7 mos)
Education
Honours Bachelor of Computer Science at University of Waterloo
Strong Leaders Program at Communitech
Business and Information Technology at American University in Dubai