Rob Munilla

About Rob Munilla

Director of Engineering Programs with 20+ years of experience delivering high-impact technical initiatives across open source software organizations. I specialize in building scalable delivery frameworks, improving execution across engineering, product, and sales teams, and aligning global business units around shared goals.I currently lead delivery operations for complex Edge and Core platform programs, designing and implementing Agile planning systems, Jira governance models, and cross-functional reporting structures to drive visibility and measurable impact. I serve as a bridge between business units, connecting technical and business stakeholders to streamline decision-making, surface dependencies, and promote transparency across regions.My focus is on enabling predictable delivery while incorporating direct customer input to help prioritize and shape our roadmap. I believe successful programs are built on a foundation of continuous feedback, meaningful visibility, and strong collaborative partnerships. Whether establishing sprint governance, launching strategic dashboards, or supporting go-to-market planning, I bring structure, accountability, and agility to every phase of the delivery lifecycle.

Experience

1. Director of Engineering Programs

   SUSE

   Jan 2025 — Present · NC, US

   Director of Program Management, EngineeringProvide strategic leadership for engineering program management, overseeing a portfolio of high-impact initiatives that drive innovation, enhance customer engagement, and align with organizational objectives.Key Responsibilities:• Lead the planning and execution of complex engineering programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering high-quality results on schedule.• Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to integrate customer and market insights into product strategies and roadmaps.• Drive operational excellence by optimizing program management processes, improving efficiency, and mitigating risks.• Build and mentor a high-performing program management team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.• Partner with engineering leadership to prioritize initiatives, manage resources, and scale program management capabilities to meet evolving business needs.

Skills

• Open Source Software
• Storage
• Linux System Administration
• High Availability
• Xen
• Scrum
• Rhce
• Open Source
• Ldap
• Redhat
• Program Management
• Shell Scripting
• System Architecture
• Vmware
• Rally
• Linux
• Bash
• Agile Methodologies
• Virtualization
• Operating Systems
• Rhel
• Nfs
• Cspo
• Red Hat Linux
• Apache
• Unix
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (Rhce)