Chris Travers
About Chris Travers
Chris Travers is a Principal Engineer with extensive experience in database management, technical writing, and consulting, having worked at companies like Microsoft, Adjust, and Delivery Hero.
Current Role at Delivery Hero
Chris Travers is currently working as a Principal Engineer at Delivery Hero, specializing in hybrid roles. His position involves overseeing various engineering projects and contributing to the company's technological advancements. With a robust background in database management and infrastructure, particularly PostgreSQL, he plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the company's data systems.
Experience at Metatron Technology Consulting
From 2004 to 2015, Chris Travers owned and operated Metatron Technology Consulting. During his time there, he provided expert consulting services, leveraging his extensive expertise in database management and technical support. His leadership and technical knowledge drove the company's success, enabling it to serve a diverse clientele for over a decade.
Work at Microsoft
Chris Travers has an extensive history with Microsoft Corp, where he held multiple roles between 1999 and 2003. He started as a Customer Service Representative before transitioning to a Developer Support Technical Router position. Additionally, in 2007, he briefly served as a Technical Writer. His work at Microsoft laid a strong foundation for his career, contributing to his skills in customer service, technical support, and documentation.
Educational Background
Chris Travers obtained his Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from The Evergreen State College, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. During his time at the college, he also worked as a Computer Consultant at the college's Computer Center, gaining vital technical experience that would later benefit his professional career.
Contributions to LedgerSMB
Chris Travers significantly contributed to the development of LedgerSMB, an open-source accounting and ERP system. His work has been influential in the accounting software community, particularly among users seeking open-source solutions. His contributions have helped shape the software's development and its adoption among businesses.
Industry Speaking Engagements
Chris Travers is a regular invited speaker at various PostgreSQL conferences and occasionally serves as a keynote speaker at industry events. His speaking engagements highlight his expertise in database management and his role in the PostgreSQL community, sharing insights and advancements with peers and professionals in the field.
Consulting Roles at Stormatics and Edument
Currently, Chris Travers is a Consultant (Contract) working remotely for Stormatics in Singapore. Previously, he worked as a Consultant at Edument in Malmo, Sweden, from 2015 to 2017. In these roles, he provided high-level consulting services, drawing from his extensive technical and operational experience.