Stephen Ivaškevičius
About Stephen Ivaškevičius
Stephen Ivaškevičius is a Software Governance Engineer at Mutual of Omaha, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in software governance and project management, having previously held various roles at PayPal over a span of 16 years.
Work at Mutual of Omaha
Stephen Ivaškevičius has been employed at Mutual of Omaha as a Software Governance Engineer since 2021. In this role, he facilitates the Solution Intent Review (SIR) Governance and Open Source Software (OSS) Standards. He is responsible for developing and maintaining metrics that align with Objectives and Key Results (OKR), Business Intelligence (BI), and Service Level Objectives/Agreements. Additionally, he collaborates with various teams to identify pain points and devise strategies to enhance delivery. His focus includes maintaining Engineering Standards and governance, as well as overseeing Software Development Lifecycle and DevOps practices.
Previous Experience at PayPal
Prior to his current position, Stephen Ivaškevičius worked at PayPal for a total of seven years in various roles. He served as a Lead Manager from 2012 to 2019 and as a Manager from 2007 to 2012. His earlier experience at PayPal includes a role as a Supervisor for Developer Integration and Web Services from 2003 to 2007, and a brief stint as a Lead Engineer in 2007. He began his career at PayPal as a Technical Support Professional from 2001 to 2003. His diverse roles contributed to his expertise in software governance and project management.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Ivaškevičius holds two Bachelor's Degrees from Wayne State College, one in Criminal Justice and Corrections and another in Psychology, both completed between 1991 and 1996. He also studied at Central Community College, where he achieved Nebraska Certification as a Motorcycle Riding Coach. Additionally, he received a Certification from the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center in Corrections. His educational background supports his professional roles in governance and project management.
Professional Skills and Contributions
In his current role, Stephen Ivaškevičius develops and maintains metrics to ensure alignment with business objectives. He reviews emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance business processes. His ability to collaborate across teams allows him to uncover challenges and implement solutions that improve delivery efficiency. His focus on maintaining governance standards and best practices in software development is a key aspect of his contributions to Mutual of Omaha.