Stephen Fuqua

Stephen Fuqua is a seasoned software engineering leader with extensive experience in developing and implementing software solutions within the educational and financial sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Software Engineering at the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation since September 2023, Stephen oversees the Ed-Fi Data Standard's definition and delivery, addressing the interoperability needs of U.S. education. Prior roles include Senior Software Architect at Ed-Fi Alliance, where leadership in software evolution and Agile practices was demonstrated, and Lead .NET Developer at OutMatch HCM, where participation in a business intelligence platform implementation was notable. Stephen's background also encompasses roles at Trintech, Fiserv, Augeo Affinity Marketing, and BiGAUSTIN, with a strong focus on team leadership and software development. Academic credentials include a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Physics from The University of Texas at Austin.