Michael Baessler
About Michael Baessler
Michael Baessler is the Chief Software Architect at Breakwater Solutions, where he leads the development of cloud solutions for data governance and privacy. He has over two decades of experience in software architecture, including a significant tenure at IBM and contributions to the Apache Software Foundation.
Work at Breakwater Solutions
Michael Baessler serves as the Chief Software Architect at Breakwater Solutions, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for the architecture of a multi-tenant Information Governance and Data Privacy cloud solution. He leads research and development efforts focused on enhancing rule and AI-based sensitive entity detection. Additionally, he mentors virtual global development teams to deliver complex data analytics capabilities, contributing to the company's innovative approach in the field.
Previous Experience at IBM
Before joining Breakwater Solutions, Michael Baessler worked at IBM for 20 years, from 2001 to 2021. He held the position of Senior Software Architect in Cloud Data Analytics, based in Böblingen, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland. His extensive experience at IBM provided him with a solid foundation in software architecture and cloud solutions, which he continues to leverage in his current role.
Education and Expertise
Michael Baessler studied at Hochschule Esslingen - University of Applied Sciences, where he earned a Dipl. Ing. in Computer Software Engineering from 1999 to 2003. His educational background equips him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in software architecture and data analytics. His expertise is further demonstrated by his involvement in various projects and initiatives throughout his career.
Involvement with The Apache Software Foundation
From 2006 to 2011, Michael Baessler was a Committer and PMC Member for the Apache UIMA Project at The Apache Software Foundation. His contributions during this period involved collaboration on open-source software development, enhancing his skills in software architecture and project management within a global community.
Patents and Innovations
Michael Baessler holds more than ten software patents, reflecting his contributions to innovative solutions in software architecture. These patents highlight his expertise and commitment to advancing technology in the field of data analytics and cloud solutions.