Ed Knight
About Ed Knight
Ed Knight serves as the Director of Sales Engineering at Fivetran, where he leads the EMEA Sales Engineering team, focusing on customer outcomes and team development. He has a diverse background in technical architecture and consulting, with previous roles at companies such as SAP, Gigya, and Intralinks.
Work at Fivetran
Ed Knight currently serves as the Director of Sales Engineering at Fivetran, a position he has held since 2023 in London, England. In this role, he leads the EMEA Sales Engineering team, focusing on customer outcomes and fostering team enjoyment. Prior to his current position, he worked at Fivetran as Senior Manager of Global Services from 2022 to 2023 and as Manager of Solution Architecture from 2020 to 2022. His extensive experience within the company highlights his commitment to enhancing customer engagement and driving team performance.
Previous Experience in Technology
Before joining Fivetran, Ed Knight accumulated significant experience in various technical roles. He worked at SAP as a Senior Technical Architect from 2018 to 2020. His career also includes a position at Gigya, where he served as Technical Architect for nine months in 2018 and as Senior Technical Consultant from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he was a Senior Technical Consultant at Intralinks from 2014 to 2016 and a Technical Consultant at Aiimi from 2009 to 2014. This diverse background has equipped him with a robust skill set in technical architecture and consulting.
Education and Expertise
Ed Knight holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science from the University of Birmingham, which he completed in 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics from Lancaster University in 2007. His educational background in both computer science and economics provides him with a unique perspective in the technology sector, enabling him to bridge the gap between technical and business considerations.
Leadership and Team Development
In his current role at Fivetran, Ed Knight emphasizes the importance of developing people within his team. He is dedicated to building diverse and hardworking teams, focusing on fostering an environment that encourages growth and collaboration. His leadership style reflects his passion for technology and his commitment to ensuring positive outcomes for both customers and team members.
Background and Career Transition
Ed Knight's interest in technology began in childhood, where he often experimented with the family computer. Initially, he considered a career in investment banking but transitioned to technology after discovering a Computer Science conversion course. This shift has led to a successful career in various technical roles, culminating in his current leadership position at Fivetran.