Lauren Grendon

Lauren Grendon is a passionate and experienced Director of Commercial Development (Senior Software Engineering Manager) with a rich history in the information technology and services industry, focusing on Financial Technology.

She has extensive experience in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and is an expert in SAFe, driving the adoption and adherence to best practices within the organization.

Lauren has recent technical proficiency in Java application development, particularly in MVC application development and high-performance authorization and clearing systems.

With a proven track record in problem-solving and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, Lauren is dedicated to optimizing development practices for enhanced efficiency and motivating knowledge workers.

Her educational background includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Management Information Systems from Dublin Institute of Technology, studies in Computer Applications and Cryptography and Security Protocols from Dublin City University, and an MSc in Management Consultancy focusing on Business Process Redesign, Project Management, and Change Management from University College Dublin.

Throughout her career, Lauren has held various roles at Mastercard, such as Strategic Program Management Director, Director of Blockchain Engineering, Director of Commercial Development, and Software Development Manager for InControl Direct.

Prior to her tenure at Mastercard, she worked as a Consultant Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, and Software Developer at Mastercard. She also gained valuable experience as a Software Developer at Dun & Bradstreet and AIB.

Lauren Grendon's expertise lies in commercial development, software engineering management, SDLC, SAFe, Java application development, problem-solving, communication, and process optimization.