Ian Kendrick
About Ian Kendrick
Ian Kendrick is a Senior Staff Engineer specializing in Site Reliability at Fivetran, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in quality assurance and software engineering, with previous roles at MorphoTrak and IBM Aspera.
Work at Fivetran
Ian Kendrick has been employed at Fivetran since 2020, serving as a Senior Staff Engineer in Site Reliability. His role focuses on ensuring the reliability and performance of Fivetran's data integration services. Based in Oakland, California, Kendrick has contributed to the company's mission of simplifying data management for businesses.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining Fivetran, Ian Kendrick worked at MorphoTrak as a Quality Assurance Engineer II from 2006 to 2012. He later advanced to the position of Lead Software QA Engineer at MorphoTrak from 2012 to 2013. His experience in quality assurance laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in software engineering and site reliability.
Career at IBM Aspera
Ian Kendrick's tenure at IBM Aspera spanned several roles from 2013 to 2020. He began as a QA Engineer (White Box) for one year, followed by a four-year position as Senior Software Engineer focusing on Development Infrastructure and Tools. He then transitioned to Site Reliability and DevOps Architect from 2018 to 2020, where he enhanced the operational capabilities of the company's software.
Education and Expertise
Ian Kendrick earned his degree in History from San Francisco State University, completing his studies from 2002 to 2006. His educational background has provided him with a unique perspective that complements his technical expertise in engineering and site reliability.