Hans Kramer
About Hans Kramer
Hans Kramer is a Staff Software Engineer at Fivetran, specializing in software development and database management. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and has extensive experience in various programming languages and technologies.
Work at Fivetran
Hans Kramer has been employed as a Staff Software Engineer at Fivetran since 2021. He works in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. His role involves utilizing his extensive software development skills to contribute to Fivetran's data integration solutions. His experience in various programming languages and database technologies supports the company's mission to simplify data management for businesses.
Education and Expertise
Hans Kramer holds a Ph.D. in Physics with a focus on Planetary Science from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, where he studied from 1991 to 1996. He also earned a Master's degree in Nuclear Physics from the same institution, studying from 1985 to 1991. In addition, he completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco, from 1997 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software development, particularly in languages such as C/C++, Python, PHP, Perl, Tcl/Tk, and Dart.
Background in Software Engineering
Hans Kramer has a diverse background in software engineering, having held various positions in multiple organizations. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Synarc, Inc. from 2003 to 2011, where he specialized in medical imaging. He also served as an R&D Manager at Sound Intelligence from 2011 to 2013 and as a Senior Software Engineer at Casper B.V. from 2013 to 2015. His experience includes working with virtualization technologies and developing web applications using the LAMP stack.
Achievements in Medical Imaging
Hans Kramer has significant experience in the medical imaging field, particularly with DICOM file protocol and electronic records compliance. His role as a Medical Imaging Specialist at Synarc, Inc. allowed him to apply his software engineering skills to clinical trials. His expertise in this area is complemented by his strong background in database development across various platforms, including Sybase, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MongoDB.
Advocacy for Open Source Software
Hans Kramer is an advocate for open source software, believing that it enhances creativity and skill development among developers. His involvement in Docker-based projects, including Openstreet Map rendering, showcases his commitment to utilizing open source technologies. He also has experience in Linux administration, managing services such as Kerberos, NFS, DHCP, DNS (BIND), and SAMBA.