Chuck Sharp
About Chuck Sharp
Chuck Sharp is an Engineering Manager at Allergan Data Labs, with extensive experience in software engineering and management across various companies, including Shutterfly and Adobe. He holds a Master of Science in Information Management from Arizona State University and specializes in scalable web development and cloud technologies.
Current Role at Allergan Data Labs
Chuck Sharp serves as an Engineering Manager at Allergan Data Labs since 2023. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and manages teams to ensure the successful development and implementation of technology solutions. His position involves leveraging his extensive experience in software engineering and management to drive innovation within the organization.
Previous Experience at Shutterfly, Inc.
Prior to his current role, Chuck Sharp worked at Shutterfly, Inc. for five years, from 2018 to 2023. He held the position of Senior Software Engineering Manager, where he was responsible for leading engineering teams and overseeing the development of software solutions. Earlier in his tenure at Shutterfly, he served as a Lead Software Engineer for the Shutterfly Photos backend from 2014 to 2017, contributing to the development of scalable applications.
Academic Background
Chuck Sharp has a strong academic foundation, having studied at Arizona State University. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology and another Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy, both completed between 2001 and 2003. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) in Information Management from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, focusing on business strategy, business intelligence, project management, and enterprise systems management.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Chuck Sharp specializes in various technical areas including AWS, scalable web development, Javascript, Linux, and the LAMP stack. He has expertise in developing both frontend interfaces and backend web services for large-scale applications using open-source application stacks. His career in system engineering and application development spans nearly two decades, beginning in 2004.
Teaching Experience at Paradise Valley Community College
From 2008 to 2016, Chuck Sharp served as Adjunct Faculty at Paradise Valley Community College. During this eight-year tenure, he taught evening classes, sharing his knowledge and experience in engineering and technology with students. This role allowed him to contribute to the academic community while further developing his skills in communication and mentorship.