Catherine Weeks
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Engineering Director @Red Hat AI, 20+ Years in Software
Catherine Weeks is an Engineering Director in Red Hat AI, where she leads the teams building software with the latest generative AI innovations.
With a background in software design, Catherine is a leader who excels at translating complex customer needs into practical engineering solutions. She is known for her ability to work at every level—from high-level strategy down to the hands-on work of getting it done. This approach helps her balance the fast-moving world of AI innovation with the need to build the reliable, high-quality products customers depend on, all while fostering a supportive team culture.
With over 20 years in the software industry, Catherine has a proven record of mentoring strong teams and has always been a champion for the end-user.
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AI First, Quality Always: Agentic SDLC Adoption Case Study
Every engineering organization is under pressure to go "AI First" — fast. But the rush to show AI-driven productivity creates a dangerous incentive: measure speed and volume instead of quality and trust.