Giel De Nijs
About Giel De Nijs
Giel De Nijs serves as the Head of Infrastructure & Data Architecture at Bugcrowd, where he has worked since 2021. With over 23 years of technical experience, he specializes in modern microservices architecture and has a strong background in managing distributed engineering teams.
Work at Bugcrowd
Giel De Nijs has been serving as the Head of Infrastructure & Data Architecture at Bugcrowd since 2021. In this role, he focuses on the architecture and implementation of modern, containerized microservices. His responsibilities include overseeing the infrastructure that supports Bugcrowd's operations and ensuring the effective deployment of data architecture solutions. His leadership in this position reflects his extensive experience in managing complex technical environments.
Education and Expertise
Giel De Nijs earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Amsterdam, where he studied from 1998 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical expertise, which spans over 23 years. He specializes in the architecture of distributed systems, embedded systems, and cloud computing. His knowledge encompasses digital transformation technologies, including microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, IoT, and Edge computing.
Background
With over 23 years of technical experience, Giel De Nijs has developed a robust skill set in managing geographically distributed engineering teams for more than 9 years. His career includes executive start-up experience, where he has demonstrated a hands-on approach and a proactive mentality. His background in various technical domains has equipped him with the ability to lead teams effectively in dynamic environments.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Giel De Nijs possesses a diverse range of technical skills. He is proficient in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and private bare metal cloud. His expertise extends to big data technologies, including Hadoop, OLTP, OLAP, and performance profiling. He is also skilled in programming languages such as Go, C, C++, and Linux kernel development. Additionally, he is experienced in Agile and SCRUM methodologies, which he applies to engineering and project management.