Vít špinka
About Vít špinka
Vít Špinka is a Principal Software Engineer with expertise in cloud data management, particularly on GCP and AWS platforms. He has developed a logical replication product called Dbvisit Replicate and has held various engineering roles in companies such as Fivetran and Pythian.
Current Role as Principal Software Engineer
Vít Špinka currently holds the position of Principal Software Engineer at Fivetran, where he has been employed since 2023. In this role, he focuses on cloud data management, leveraging his expertise in GCP and AWS platforms. His responsibilities include leading software engineering initiatives and implementing best practices in software development.
Previous Experience at Fivetran
Before becoming Principal Software Engineer, Vít Špinka worked at Fivetran as a Senior Staff Software Engineer from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure, he contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing data integration solutions. His experience at Fivetran solidified his skills in cloud data management.
Background in Software Engineering
Vít Špinka has a diverse background in software engineering, having worked in various roles over the years. He served as Chief Architect at Dbvisit from 2009 to 2019, where he developed the Dbvisit Replicate product, which parses Oracle database redo logs. He also held positions as Cloud Data Platform Lead at Pythian and Technical Solution Architect at Adastra.
Educational Qualifications
Vít Špinka studied Mathematical Analysis at Charles University, where he earned a Master's degree from 1997 to 2002. Prior to this, he attended Gymnázium F.X.Šaldy from 1993 to 1997. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in software engineering and data management.
Advocacy for Software Engineering Best Practices
Vít Špinka is an advocate for software engineering best practices, emphasizing the importance of testing, versioning, and CI/CD. He believes these practices are essential for ensuring reproducibility and safety in code changes. His commitment to these principles has influenced his approach to software development throughout his career.