Tollef Fog Heen
About Tollef Fog Heen
Tollef Fog Heen serves as the Vice President of Engineering and Head of Infrastructure at Cognite AS. He has extensive experience in software development and system administration, having worked with notable organizations such as Ubuntu, Opera Software, and Debian.
Current Role at Cognite AS
Tollef Fog Heen serves as the Vice President of Engineering and Head of Infrastructure at Cognite AS. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's engineering strategies and infrastructure development. His role involves overseeing engineering teams and ensuring the efficient operation of infrastructure systems within the organization.
Previous Experience at Ubuntu
Tollef Fog Heen worked at Ubuntu as a Core Developer from 2004 to 2015. During his 11 years at Ubuntu, he contributed to various projects and enhancements within the operating system, playing a significant role in its development and community.
Background in System Administration
He has extensive experience in system administration, having worked as a System Administrator at Debian since 2011 and previously at Opera Software ASA from 1998 to 2000. His role at Debian has spanned over 24 years, where he also serves as a Developer, showcasing his long-term commitment to open-source software.
Experience in Leadership Roles
Tollef Fog Heen has held several leadership positions, including Space Lead at FINN.no from 2017 to 2019 and Director of Engineering & Infrastructure at Cognite AS for 9 months in 2019. His leadership roles have involved managing teams and driving technical projects within various organizations.
Technical Contributions and Development Roles
Throughout his career, Tollef Fog Heen has held various technical roles, including Senior Technical Staff at Varnish Software, Engineer at Fastly, and Team Lead at Linpro AS. His diverse experience in development and technical management has equipped him with a broad skill set in software engineering and infrastructure.