Paweł Rein
About Paweł Rein
Paweł Rein is a DevOps SRE at Firebolt since 2021, with previous experience as a Cloud Architect at Volkswagen AG and various roles in system engineering. He emphasizes automation, performance tuning, and teamwork in his work.
Work at Firebolt
Paweł Rein has been working at Firebolt as a DevOps Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency through automation and process optimization. His experience contributes to the company's commitment to delivering high-performance data solutions. Rein's responsibilities include maintaining system reliability and performance, ensuring that the infrastructure supports the company's objectives.
Previous Experience in Cloud Architecture
Before joining Firebolt, Paweł Rein worked at Volkswagen AG as a Cloud Architect from 2017 to 2021. His role involved container orchestration, application delivery, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CICD) practices. This experience in the automotive industry allowed him to develop skills in managing complex cloud environments and improving application performance.
Background in Operations Engineering
Paweł Rein has a diverse background in operations engineering, having worked at various companies. He served as an SRE at Fantasmo for four months in 2021 and as an Operations Engineer/System Engineer at Wikia from 2007 to 2014. His tenure at Wikia spanned both the Poznań Area in Poland and the San Francisco Bay Area, where he gained valuable experience in system management and operational processes.
Education and Expertise
Rein studied Electronics Engineering at Technikum Elektroniczne w Bydgoszczy, where he achieved a technician qualification from 1993 to 1999. He also attended Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza w Poznaniu, studying Physics and Computer Science, as well as Sound Engineering, although he did not complete this degree. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical expertise in systems engineering and operations.
Leadership and Team Management Skills
Paweł Rein has demonstrated leadership skills through his experience managing teams and projects. His roles have required him to engage in day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting, and firefighting tasks, showcasing his ability to lead under pressure. Rein values teamwork and emphasizes the importance of collaboration in delivering value, making him an empathetic collaborator and a good listener.