Derek Mackley is a seasoned software engineering professional with extensive experience in managing and leading engineering teams across various organizations. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineering Manager at Mastery Logistics Systems, Derek oversees nine teams across six projects, providing technical leadership throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Prior to this role, Derek held positions at Traction® Tools as a Software Engineering Manager, where significant improvements in deployment processes were made, and at Satcom Direct as a Senior Software Engineer focusing on microservices development. Derek also contributed to startups and established companies, including Ubicquia and Medicomp Inc., leading teams and implementing crucial software solutions. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Technology Project Management from Georgia State University.