Brian Willess
Retired at None | Southport, North Carolina, United States
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Brian Willess is a seasoned Technical Solutions Engineer at Avnet, where he leverages over two decades of experience in technology to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions. His journey began as an assembly language Firmware Engineer in the Telecommunications Industry, where he honed his skills in firmware development and gained a deep understanding of mobile devices and voice over IP (VoIP) technologies. This foundation paved the way for his transition into leadership roles, where he successfully managed technology projects and teams, showcasing his expertise in engineering management.
At Avnet, Brian is currently focused on developing new training content for Azure Sphere, a cutting-edge platform that enhances security for connected devices. His responsibilities include creating customer-specific proof of concept examples and delivering engaging workshops that empower clients to harness the full potential of Azure Sphere. By crafting demand creation projects utilizing the Azure Sphere MCU, he is at the forefront of driving adoption of this transformative technology.
In addition to his hands-on technical work, Brian contributes to the broader community by developing insightful blog content that demystifies Azure Sphere and educates users on its capabilities. His proficiency in cloud computing and edge computing, combined with his passion for technology, allows him to bridge the gap between complex technical concepts and practical applications. Through his multifaceted role at Avnet, Brian continues to inspire others while pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of connected devices and secure firmware solutions.
Retired at None in February 2025 to Present
Technical Solutions Engineer at Avnet in July 2018 to February 2025
Sr. Manager, SW Engineering Management at SanDisk in June 2015 to September 2016
Senior Engineering Manager at SMART Storage Systems in May 2012 to June 2015
Engineering Manager at Apriva in February 2010 to May 2012
Engineering Manager at Mitel in September 2006 to January 2010
Release Manager at Mitel in January 2005 to September 2006
Technical Project Lead at Inter Tel Technologies in February 2003 to January 2005
Firmware Engineer at Inter Tel Technologies in May 1998 to February 2003
Software Engineer Internship at GTE Government Systems in August 1997 to April 1998
Electrician at Various in May 1983 to August 1997
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Arizona State University, BSE, June 1995 to June 1998
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Microcontrollers
Internet of Things (IoT)
Software Engineering
Project Management
VoIP
Wireless
SIP
Telecommunications
Telephony
Debugging
Embedded Systems
Mobile Devices
Software Development
IP
Integration
Subversion
Testing
Product Management
Firmware
TCP/IP
Software Design
Management
Ethernet
Linux
System Architecture
WAN
Quality Assurance
Embedded Software
Scrum
Engineering Management
Object Oriented Design
Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP)
Voice over IP (VoIP)
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to work across functional groups. • Ability to manage complex technical projects that intersect with multiple development efforts. • Passion for developing and improving process. • Strong problem-solving skills combined with the ability to analyze a problem as part of a larger system. • Proficient with project/program management tools such as JIRA, MS Project, agile methodologies and bug tracking systems. • Familiar with source control methodologies and systems such as SVN, Serena Dimensions, Clear Case, and Source Safe. • Certified scrum master with ~1 year as active scrum master. • Development experience with C and C++. • Strong MS Office skills.
Leadership
Java
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Team Leadership
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Software Project Management
Program Management
C
Agile Methodologies
Software Quality Assurance
Cloud Computing
System Administration
Edge Computing
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