Matthew Wedel
Engineering Manager
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About
Lead end-to-end management of software engineering portfolios, connecting demand, estimates, capacity, funding, and delivery outcomes.
Experience
Software Engineering Product Manager at Nationwide Insurance (2025-04 – Present)
Lead end-to-end management of software engineering portfolios, connecting demand, estimates, capacity, funding, and delivery outcomes.
- Produce ready insights and recommendations for senior leadership (AVP, VP, CTO) on prioritization and funding strategies.
- Coach and develop a team of 30 engineers, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Govern portfolio tools and delivery standards, ensuring consistency in practices and reliable delivery metrics.
- Oversee risk mitigation and compliance for applications, enhancing overall portfolio health.
Agile Leader at Nationwide Insurance (2023-06 – 2025-04)
Managed a self-directed agile technology team, utilizing Scrum and Lean methodologies to enhance software delivery efficiency.
- Established strong collaboration with business partners to prioritize backlogs and maximize project value.
- Facilitated project delivery by identifying risks and developing strategies for resolution, ensuring successful outcomes.
Senior Manager, Engineering at NICE InContact (2016-04 – Present)
Led a cross-functional team in developing cloud-based solutions, ensuring alignment between technology and business objectives.
- Responsible for overseeing all Scrum ceremonies and managing project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications.
- Developed and maintained key performance indicators to measure the success of technology investments and outcomes.
Manager of Engineering – Sustaining Engineering at NICE InContact (2015-10 – 2016-04)
Support Team Lead - Technical Services at NICE InContact (2014-08 – 2015-10)
Tier II Support Engineer - Technical Services at NICE InContact (2013-08 – 2014-08)
Tier I Support Engineer - Technical Services at NICE InContact (2012-04 – 2013-08)
Education
MBA in Operational Excellence – Franklin University
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications – The Ohio State University
