Izik Orgad
About Izik Orgad
Izik Orgad serves as the VP of Engineering at Firebolt, bringing over 10 years of experience in engineering management. His career includes roles at Jethro, Amdocs, P.Z Projects, and Bitmain, where he developed expertise in software development and team leadership.
Current Role at Firebolt
Izik Orgad serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Firebolt, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees engineering operations, focusing on the development and optimization of data solutions. His leadership is instrumental in driving the company's engineering strategy and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products.
Previous Experience at Firebolt
Before becoming VP of Engineering, Izik Orgad worked at Firebolt as a Software Engineering Manager from 2019 to 2020. In this capacity, he managed software development teams and contributed to the enhancement of Firebolt's data processing capabilities. His experience in this role laid the groundwork for his current leadership position.
Professional Background
Izik Orgad has over 10 years of experience in engineering management. He has held various roles in software development and engineering leadership. Prior to his tenure at Firebolt, he worked at Bitmain as a Software Team Lead, where he led the data team, focusing on real-time data recording and analytics. His career also includes positions at Jethro, Amdocs, and P.Z Projects.
Education and Qualifications
Izik Orgad studied Computer Software Engineering at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, earning a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from 2008 to 2012. His educational background also includes a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, which he obtained during his high school years from 2001 to 2003. This academic foundation supports his extensive experience in software engineering.
Career Timeline
Izik Orgad's career includes significant roles across multiple organizations. He began as a Software Development Team Lead at P.Z Projects from 2011 to 2014, followed by a position as a Software Developer at Amdocs from 2014 to 2017. He then transitioned to Jethro as a Senior Software Developer for a year before moving to Bitmain. His diverse experience has contributed to his current role at Firebolt.