Solomon Hykes
About Solomon Hykes
Solomon Hykes is a co-founder of Dagger and Docker, Inc., with extensive experience in software engineering and infrastructure. He has held various roles, including CTO and CEO at Docker, and has a strong educational background in Information Technology.
Work at Dagger
Solomon Hykes has been a Co-Founder at Dagger since 2019. Dagger operates in the San Francisco Bay Area and focuses on providing innovative solutions in the software development space. Hykes has played a significant role in shaping the company's direction and strategy during his tenure.
Work at Docker, Inc
Hykes co-founded Docker, Inc in 2007 and has been integral to its growth for 17 years. He served as CEO from 2007 to 2013 and later as CTO from 2013 to 2018. Under his leadership, Docker became a pivotal player in the containerization technology landscape, influencing software development practices globally.
Previous Employment Experience
Before his time at Docker, Hykes worked at the San Diego Supercomputer Center as a Junior Software Engineer for five months in 2002. He then served as a Trusted Infrastructure Engineer at CEIS from 2004 to 2006. These roles contributed to his foundational skills in software engineering and infrastructure management.
Education and Expertise
Solomon Hykes studied at EPITECH - European Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from 2001 to 2004 and a Master's degree from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, he completed a Project Manager degree at IFIP from 2004 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in technology and project management.