Colin Kingen
About Colin Kingen
Colin Kingen is a Senior Member of Technical Staff 2 at Delphix, where he focuses on data masking. He has a diverse background in technology and customer service, with previous roles at Wild Me and a strong interest in projects that provide environmental or social benefits.
Work at Delphix
Colin Kingen serves as a Senior Member of Technical Staff 2 at Delphix, where he has been employed since 2022. He is part of the data masking team, contributing to the company's efforts in data security and privacy. His role involves leveraging his technical skills to enhance data protection solutions, aligning with industry standards and best practices.
Previous Experience at Wild Me
Prior to his current position, Colin Kingen worked at Wild Me from 2016 to 2022. He began as a Web Development Intern for two months in 2016, followed by a four-year tenure as a Software Engineer from 2017 to 2021, and later as a Technical Lead for one year. His work there focused on developing software solutions that support wildlife conservation efforts.
Education and Expertise
Colin Kingen has a diverse educational background. He studied at Portland Community College, earning an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree from 2012 to 2015. He furthered his education at Portland State University, where he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Biology from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he completed a Code School program in Web Development at Epicodus in 2016, which lasted 11 months.
Technical Skills and Interests
Colin Kingen has a strong interest in learning new tools and programming languages. He is currently focused on Python and Java, enhancing his technical skill set. His professional interests also include projects that offer environmental or social benefits, reflecting his commitment to impactful work.
Background and Personal Interests
Colin Kingen has a background in kitchens and customer service, which has helped him develop strong people skills and empathy. In his personal time, he engages in various activities such as cooking, hiking, and training a GPT2 model to create Dungeons and Dragons adventures.