Lilit Yenokyan serves as the Director of Engineering for Developer Experience at Roku Inc., where she plays a pivotal role in transforming how developers interact with the Roku platform. With a robust background in software development and engineering leadership, Lilit is dedicated to enhancing the...
Lilit Yenokyan serves as the Director of Engineering for Developer Experience at Roku Inc., where she plays a pivotal role in transforming how developers interact with the Roku platform. With a robust background in software development and engineering leadership, Lilit is dedicated to enhancing the developer ecosystem by implementing innovative solutions that streamline workflows and improve productivity. Her extensive experience in project management and enterprise architecture enables her to identify critical engineering challenges and devise strategic initiatives that empower her team to excel.
At Roku, Lilit spearheads the Continuous Integration (CI) system, ensuring that the development process is not only efficient but also scalable. By leveraging her expertise in Object-Oriented Design and Shell Scripting, she has successfully led key projects that enhance the deployment pipeline, minimizing bottlenecks and accelerating time-to-market for new features. Her commitment to Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, fosters a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive and innovate.
Lilit’s leadership is characterized by her passion for nurturing high-performance teams. She actively mentors her engineers, encouraging them to embrace best practices in software development and to explore emerging technologies that can enhance the Roku experience. Her academic credentials, including an Executive MBA from Santa Clara University and a Master of Science in Computer Information Science from the University of Michigan, complement her hands-on experience, allowing her to bridge the gap between technical execution and strategic vision. Under her guidance, Roku continues to solidify its position as a leader in the streaming industry, ensuring that developers are equipped with the tools and support they need to succeed.
