Jillian E.

Jillian E. possesses extensive experience in software engineering and team leadership, particularly in design systems, developer experience, and accessibility. As a Software Engineering Manager at Northwestern Mutual, Jillian cultivated a high-performing remote team, co-led a design system for over 400 projects, and fostered community support and documentation to enhance enterprise adoption. Previous roles include Senior Software Engineer, where Jillian managed roadmaps and enhanced collaboration between teams, and Lead Developer at BSCS Science Learning, where Jillian built an in-house development team and implemented modern architectures to improve technical capabilities. Additional experience includes teaching as an Adjunct Instructor and conducting space weather research at the University of Michigan. Jillian's background also encompasses technical roles in IT systems administration and project management at the University of Colorado.