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Jenny Y.
Itron Career Site Feature: Jenny Y.
Innovation: The Journey of Itron's CloudOps Team
In the realm of Itron, where innovation intersects with sustainability, my tenure of ten years stands as a testament to an unwavering commitment to progress. As the manager of the CloudOps team, my role has been one of stewardship—guiding a cadre of gifted individuals across two continents from fledgling talent to masters of their craft.
The essence of our team's mission is automation with a purpose. We construct sophisticated monitoring systems that breathe life into every new application installation and upgrade. Like clockwork, our creations ensure seamless oversight of infrastructure, application performance and Neighborhood Area Network (NAN) monitoring—each piece an intricate cog in the vast machinery of Itron's service delivery.
Five years at the helm have been a delicate dance of leadership and learning. Every team member's arrival, less than four years ago, marked the beginning of a new chapter in our collective story. Together, we've seen the CloudOps team transform. The first engineer I hired in Budapest now leads with distinction, managing our Hungarian division with acumen that rivals their tenure. In the United States, the seeds sown with each intern have flourished into professionals owning and leading transformative technology projects.
Our achievements are many, but they are not solely a reflection of leadership; they are the fruits of a culture that cherishes empowerment and trust. We have overcome the inertia of a decade's worth of technical debt, expanding our monitoring capacity twentyfold. This monumental effort speaks not to the prowess of any single individual but to the collaborative spirit that is the hallmark of Itron.
As I reflect on our journey, my narrative is imbued with a profound sense of gratitude. The milestones reached are not mine but ours—a shared legacy that continues to unfold. It is with a modest heart that I commend the dedication and ingenuity of my team. They are not just the backbone of CloudOps but the architects of solutions that drive our world forward.
Outside the digital sphere, my life orbits around my family. Our voyages across the globe enrich us with the tapestry of cultures, each thread a lesson in the global community's interconnectedness. This diversity mirrors the multifaceted nature of our team, a reminder that our strength lies in our collective differences.
In this formal recount, I am reminded that our story at Itron is far from complete. With each line of code and every project milestone, we continue to write the chapters of an enduring saga—one that speaks of more than technological feats, but of people, passion and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
Meet Our People
Meet Our People is an Itron series highlighting the amazing humans who contribute to our company’s purpose to create a more resourceful world and help make Itron a great place to work. Profile content is written by each individual and authentic to their personal employee experience and how they uphold Itron’s values every day.
