Dr. Ann Lazare

Dr. Ann Lazare is a Software Delivery Supervisor at John Deere, where she leads cross‑functional teams delivering embedded software solutions for Construction & Forestry equipment. With a background spanning software development, manufacturing engineering, customer support, IT, and technical program management, she brings a unique, end‑to‑end perspective on how technology moves from concept to customer impact.

Ann has extensive experience working across disciplines—including systems, UX, software, testing, and implementation—to improve execution, quality, and collaboration in complex engineering environments. She is passionate about bridging people and technology, helping teams shift from reactive problem-solving to scalable, pattern-based learning.

At TechX, Ann shares practical insights from real-world product development, focusing on how engineers can navigate cross-functional complexity, deliver high-quality solutions, and drive meaningful innovation in modern engineering organizations.