Michael Klein
About Michael Klein
Michael Klein serves as the Lead Architect for Engineering & Architecture at the European Patent Office, where he focuses on cloud-native design and implementation. He has a rich background in software engineering and management, with previous roles at IDS Scheer and extensive experience in multicultural environments across the USA, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Current Role at European Patent Office
Michael Klein serves as the Lead Architect in Engineering & Architecture at the European Patent Office since 2019. In this role, he focuses on introducing Google Cloud Platform across the organization, emphasizing Infrastructure as Code, software delivery, and containerization. His responsibilities include overseeing architectural design and implementation, ensuring that projects align with the organization's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at IDS Scheer
Michael Klein held various positions at IDS Scheer, contributing significantly to ARIS Product Development Services. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer and Development Manager from 2006 to 2009 in Mountain View, CA, and as a Development Manager from 2009 to 2010 in Saarbrücken, Germany. His earlier role as a Software Engineer at IDS Scheer lasted from 2003 to 2005, also in Saarbrücken. These positions provided him with a strong foundation in software engineering and management.
Educational Background
Michael Klein studied Computer Science at Hochschule Kaiserslautern, where he achieved a Diplom-Informatiker (FH) from 1996 to 2000. He later pursued further education at the University of Hagen, obtaining a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Computer Science from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he attended Clemson University in 1998 for undergraduate credits in Computer Science, enhancing his academic credentials.
Certifications and Specializations
Michael Klein holds multiple professional certifications, including Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate, and Certified Kubernetes Administrator. He specializes in cloud-native design and implementation, particularly with Google Cloud Platform and Kubernetes. His expertise extends to software delivery automation and management, utilizing tools like Terraform for Infrastructure as Code.
Multicultural Work Experience
Michael Klein has extensive experience working in multicultural environments across the USA, Germany, and the Netherlands. This diverse background has equipped him with the ability to navigate different cultural contexts and collaborate effectively with international teams, enhancing his contributions to various projects and initiatives.