In a recent episode of the Engineering Leadership series, Rob Ocel chats with Heather Giovanni, the VP of Engineering Data Infrastructure at Hewlett Packard Enterprise. They cover the engineering challenges faced in the embedded space, the importance of striking a balance between optimization and customer expectations, scaling up operations, and motivating engineers.
Heather Giovanni sheds light on the unique engineering challenges in the embedded space, where optimizing software is crucial while ensuring usability for end-users and maintainability for developers. This delicate balance requires engineers to consider factors like power consumption, size constraints, and performance, all while delivering a seamless user experience.
Heather shares valuable insights into scaling up operations in engineering. She emphasizes the need for a strong foundation and a well-defined process to ensure smooth growth. By leveraging automation, standardization, and collaboration, companies can effectively scale their operations while maintaining quality and efficiency.
The discussion delves into the topic of motivating engineers to optimize their work. Heather speaks to the significance of fostering a culture that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and collaboration. By providing engineers with challenging projects, recognition, and opportunities for growth, companies can inspire their teams to push boundaries and deliver exceptional results.
Heather shares her personal experiences maturing businesses from small to larger ones. She emphasizes the importance of adapting to new processes, embracing change, and leveraging the strengths of a larger organization. This transition requires effective communication, collaboration, and a willingness to learn from others.
From striking a balance between optimization and customer expectations to scaling up operations and motivating engineers, the discussion revolves around the engineering challenges encountered in the embedded space and the delicate balance between optimization and customer expectations.
