Peter Urda
About Peter Urda
Peter Urda is a Senior Software Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in software development and a strong background in computer engineering and computer science.
Company
Peter Urda is currently employed at BLUE ORIGIN as a Senior Software Engineer. Since joining in 2022, he has been involved in developing advanced software solutions for the aerospace industry.
Title
Peter Urda holds the title of Senior Software Engineer. His current role at BLUE ORIGIN leverages his extensive experience in software development and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Peter Urda earned both his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) degrees in Computer Engineering and Computer Science from the University of Louisville. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his software engineering career. Besides his formal education, Peter has advanced knowledge of Linux, particularly Debian-based distributions, and is skilled in networking. He also maintains several Python packages on PyPI and contributes to open source projects.
Professional Background
Peter Urda has an extensive and varied professional background. Prior to his current role at BLUE ORIGIN, he worked at Amazon as a Software Development Engineer II for five years. He also served as a Full-Stack Engineer at Chewse and as a Software Engineer at StudioNow, Cyan, Inc., and StudioNow. In addition, Peter has experience as a CTO at River City Health Services and held various intern and support positions at Yum! Brands, Mercer, FacilityONE, and BluegrassNet. His career spans roles in several major tech hubs including Seattle and San Francisco.
Technical Skills and Interests
Peter Urda is proficient in working with both relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL and DynamoDB. He has a strong hobby with Docker containers, indicating a keen interest in containerization and microservices architecture. Peter adapts quickly to new workflows and technologies, which is enhanced by his interpersonal skills acquired through a diverse career path.