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KM@kirkmilligan
Experienced software engineering leader skilled in fostering agile processes.
United StatesI am seeking an engineering leadership role in an org that values collaboration, integrity, and fosters team and individual growth.
I am an experienced software engineering leader with a strong focus on fostering agile processes and driving software quality. My analytical approach to challenges ensures sound decision-making, and I am passionate about coaching and mentoring individuals and teams to achieve their full potential, leading to long-term sustainable success.
Currently, I serve as the VP of Engineering at RegEd, where I manage a rapidly growing organization of over 160 engineering professionals. My role involves overseeing engineering activities across various roles, implementing agile practices, and driving significant cost savings through strategic vendor consolidation. I have successfully led initiatives that increased team productivity and improved project forecasting.
Previously, I held senior management positions at NantHealth and Grab Networks, where I developed and managed quality assurance programs that supported millions of covered lives and built QA organizations from the ground up. My commitment to quality and compliance has consistently resulted in successful product launches and enhanced system security.
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
RIRegEd, Inc.
May 2023 - May 2025 (2 years)
As VP Engineering, I lead a team of 160+ across multiple regions, focusing on agile practices to enhance software quality and reduce time to market. I manage the flagship 'Xchange' product and oversee Quality Engineering for all products, implementing strategies for sustainable growth and efficiency.
NantHealth, Inc.
Feb 2010 - May 2023 (13 years 3 months)
Led the software QA program for the 'Eviti' product, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and WCAG standards. Managed hundreds of production releases without rollbacks and developed metrics to improve system maintainability.
Grab Networks
Jul 2007 - Nov 2009 (2 years 4 months)
Managed manual and automated test teams, building the QA organization from the ground up to a team of 7. Focused on establishing processes and standards for quality assurance.
Deltek Inc.
Sep 2001 - Jun 2007 (5 years 9 months)
Conducted testing for various applications within the Materials Management module of Costpoint, ensuring quality for over 50 enterprise-class applications.
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GUMaster of Science, Information Systems
2007 - 2009
Completed a Master of Science in Information Systems, recognized for outstanding academic achievement by graduating in the top 1% of the class. The program included a graduate certificate in Information Security and Assurance, focusing on the science and methods for ensuring the secrecy, integrity, availability, and legitimate use of information systems.
HCBachelor of Science, Business Administration
1988 - 1992
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, providing a strong foundation in business principles and practices.
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