Magdalena Kielak-Lemay
Manager, Technical Program Management @Akamai Technologies
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WORK HISTORY
Manager, Technical Program Management @Akamai Technologies
Montreal, QC, CA
Leading cross-functional teams and programs at the intersection of product strategy, infrastructure innovation, and AI-enabled operations. I oversee global initiatives that align hardware, network software, and cloud connectivity with Akamai’s evolving product and compute roadmap.Key Responsibilities & Impact• Product & Infrastructure Strategy: Built and scaled product operations across hardware, cloud, and connectivity domains — aligning delivery frameworks with capacity growth and product velocity targets• AI-Driven Program Insights: Leveraged data analytics and applied AI models to enhance program visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and enable evidence-based decision-making across engineering, product, and operations• Program Management Leadership: Defined execution models converting product and hardware program roadmaps into actionable delivery plans with measurable milestones, KPIs, and resource alignment• Governance & Lifecycle Optimization: Established governance and phase-exit models across the NPI lifecycle, improving launch readiness, quality, and accountability across cross-functional teams• Portfolio Execution: Directed delivery of the global hardware and platform portfolio, integrating next-generation compute systems into network deployments and partner ecosystems• Leadership & Mentorship: Built and led a high-performing Technical Program Management team, fostering collaboration, agility, and operational excellence• Executive Engagement: Led executive communications and Quarterly Business Reviews, ensuring alignment on delivery performance, vendor readiness, and strategic infrastructure priorities
EDUCATION
University of Warsaw
MA, Management, Business and Strategy
Kellogg Executive Education
Strategic Change Management , Business Administration and Management, General
Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management
MA, Business, Marketing and Strategy
Stanford University
Advanced Product Management Certification, Product Management
MIT xPRO
Certification, Quantum Computing
University of Warsaw
BA, Finance and Accounting
Université de Montréal
French classes
SKILLS
ABOUT MAGDALENA KIELAK-LEMAY
I build and scale the operational and strategic foundations behind technology organizations—bridging product strategy, AI-driven innovation, and infrastructure execution across cloud, hardware, and network systems.With over 15 years of experience spanning CDN, hardware engineering, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale program leadership, I focus on transforming complex technology ecosystems into scalable, data-informed product engines.At Akamai Technologies, I partner with product, engineering, and executive leaders to align AI, compute, and infrastructure strategies—translating technology and hardware roadmaps into operating models that accelerate delivery, strengthen resilience, and unlock global performance.My focus areas include:• Product and Infrastructure Strategy: scaling global compute and connectivity platforms through data, automation, and AI.• AI-Enabled Operations: driving predictive analytics and intelligent systems to optimize delivery velocity and infrastructure utilization.• Cross-Functional Leadership: connecting product, engineering, and operations for cohesive execution and measurable outcomes.• Global Program Governance: enabling predictable product launches and efficient lifecycle management across regions.• Emerging Technologies: exploring quantum computing readiness, algorithmic optimization, and hybrid compute architectures.• People Leadership: leading, mentoring and coaching technical program management and product delivery teams to operate with clarity, accountability, and innovation mindset.I lead with clarity and long-term vision—designing frameworks that amplify execution, scale technology responsibly, and drive product evolution across global markets.In addition, I’m engaged in expanding my impact through advisory boards and technology councils, contributing expertise in AI adoption, digital infrastructure scaling, and operational excellence at enterprise scale.
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