John Gilliland
About John Gilliland
John Gilliland is a Technical Director at BigBear.ai, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Science and a Master's Degree in Information Systems, both from Baker College Center for Graduate Studies.
Work at BigBear.ai
John Gilliland has served as the Technical Director at BigBear.ai since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technical projects and guiding the development team. His expertise in technology and software development contributes to the company's mission of delivering advanced analytics and machine learning solutions.
Education and Expertise
John Gilliland holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Science, which he earned from Baker College Center for Graduate Studies between 2008 and 2013. He also obtained an Associate degree in Java Programming from the same institution from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he completed a Master’s Degree in Information Systems with a minor in Business Intelligence from 2013 to 2016, further enhancing his technical and analytical skills.
Background in Software Development
Prior to his current role, John Gilliland accumulated significant experience in software development. He worked as a Software Developer at Compuware for nine months in 2010. He then joined ProModel Corporation, where he held the position of Senior Software Engineer for eleven years, from 2010 to 2021. His background includes a diverse range of technical responsibilities and project involvement.
Previous Roles in the Industry
Before his career in software engineering, John Gilliland worked as a Mortgage Banker at Quicken Loans for eleven months in 2007. This role provided him with insights into the financial sector, complementing his technical expertise with knowledge of business operations.