Darren Keall

Darren Keall is the Associate Director of Application Assurance for New Zealand and Australia at Datacom.1 He leads a team of over 200 software engineers and quality assurance specialists, delivering complex solutions for customers across various industries.1 With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, Keall combines technical expertise with business acumen and strategic thinking.1

In his current role, which he has held since March 2022, Keall focuses on ensuring the quality, security, and performance of software applications and systems.1 He is known for his collaborative approach, strong communication skills, and ability to navigate challenging situations while building long-term, trusted relationships with teams and senior leaders.1

Keall's career at Datacom includes several leadership positions:

• Associate Director, Application Assurance NZ (April 2021 - May 2022)
• Associate Director, Software Engineering New Zealand (October 2020 - May 2021)
• General Manager - Professional Services (July 2018 - October 2020)
• Business Manager (November 2012 - June 2018)
• Senior Project Manager (April 2011 - November 2012)1

Before joining Datacom, Keall worked as a Service Delivery Manager and Project Manager at Red Rock Consulting from 2005 to 2011.1

Keall holds a BSc/BCA in Computer Science and Finance from Victoria University of Wellington and studied Business Administration and Management at Macquarie Graduate School of Management in 2016.1