Robert Knox
About Robert Knox
Robert Knox is a Senior Developer currently working at N-able in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. He has extensive experience in software development, having previously held positions at SolarWinds MSP and GForces, and has contributed to various projects involving mobile applications and cloud technologies.
Work at N-able
Robert Knox has been employed at N-able as a Senior Developer since 2021. His role involves developing and maintaining software solutions, focusing on enhancing product functionality. He has contributed to the creation of a front-end UI using Typescript, which integrates with other products at N-able. Additionally, he has been involved in transitioning a legacy report to a new system utilizing Snowflake as the data warehouse backend. His expertise in cloud services and automation tools supports the company's objectives in delivering efficient software solutions.
Previous Experience at SolarWinds MSP
Robert Knox worked at SolarWinds MSP in various capacities from 2015 to 2021. He began as a Software Engineer focusing on mobile applications for eight months before advancing to a Developer role for two years. He then served as a Senior Developer for three years. During his tenure, he played a key role in developing the first version of the Apple Device Management product, utilizing C#, .NET Core, and EF Core to create multiple microservices with independent REST APIs.
Career Background at GForces
Prior to his time at SolarWinds MSP, Robert Knox worked at GForces from 2014 to 2015. He started as a Junior PHP Developer for four months before transitioning to a Mobile Applications Developer role for eleven months. His experience at GForces contributed to his development skills and understanding of mobile application frameworks.
Education and Training
Robert Knox studied at Zenos IT Academy, where he completed an NVQ Level 3 in IT Professional, focusing on Computer Hardware Technology/Technician from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he was home educated from 2004 to 2009, achieving GCSE qualifications in Maths and English. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in technology and problem-solving skills.
Personal Projects and Skills
In his spare time, Robert Knox engages in personal projects using C# in Unity, developing small 3D projects. He utilizes AWS services such as EMR, ECS, and SQS, along with Kubernetes, Jenkins, and Terraform, to automate system deployments with CI/CD pipelines. His commitment to continuous learning and development is evident in his personal projects and professional work.