Paula Helms
VP, Principal Application Specialist at Wintrust Financial Corporation | Greater Chicago Area
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Paula Helms serves as the Vice President and Principal Application Specialist at Wintrust Financial Corporation, where she plays a pivotal role in driving IT compliance and enhancing technology solutions across the organization. With a rich background in both software engineering and program management, Paula excels in bridging the gap between technical teams and business objectives. Her expertise in managing legacy systems while transitioning to cloud-based solutions has positioned her as a key strategist in the company’s digital transformation initiatives.
In her current role, Paula leads several high-impact projects that focus on improving business processes and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Her proficiency in Agile methodologies, particularly as a Certified Scrum Master, allows her to effectively coach teams in adopting best practices that enhance productivity and foster a culture of continuous improvement. She utilizes tools like Jira Align to streamline project management and facilitate transparent communication among stakeholders, ensuring that technology initiatives align seamlessly with leadership goals.
Paula's commitment to user acceptance testing (UAT) and her deep understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) empower her to deliver solutions that not only meet technical specifications but also exceed customer expectations. As a servant leader, she prioritizes team development and collaboration, enabling her colleagues to thrive in fast-paced environments. Her ability to conduct thorough research and implement ITIL frameworks further solidifies her role as a trusted advisor in the realm of IT compliance, making her an invaluable asset to Wintrust Financial Corporation.
VP, Principal Application Specialist at Wintrust Financial Corporation in May 2023 to Present
Senior Manager, Agile Program Lead at Capital One at Capital One in May 2022 to April 2023
Sr. Manager, Agile Delivery Lead & Software Engineer at Capital One in January 2021 to September 2022
Sr. Manager, Agile Delivery Lead at Capital One in March 2019 to December 2020
Scrum Master at Capital One in December 2018 to February 2019
Enterprise Release Manager at Capital One in January 2017 to December 2018
Partnership Release Manager at Capital One in November 2014 to December 2016
Software Engineer, Project Manager, Scrum Master at Capital One in May 2012 to October 2014
Senior Manager Business System at HSBC in March 2003 to May 2012
Manager at Household International in December 1996 to March 2003
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Leadership Development · Analytical Skills · Agile Methodologies · Scrum · Kanban · Jira · Jira Align · Confluence · Problem Solving · Project/Process Management · Program Management
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