Angel Madera
About Angel Madera
Angel Madera is the UNIX and Middleware Teams Manager at FLEETCOR, where he has worked since 2011. He has a background in systems engineering and administration, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Commercial Chemistry from Universidad del Sagrado Corazón.
Current Role at FLEETCOR
Angel Madera currently serves as the UNIX and Middleware Teams Manager at FLEETCOR in Norcross, Georgia. He has held this position since 2018, following his promotion from Unix Team Lead, a role he has occupied since 2017. In his managerial capacity, he oversees the UNIX Systems Admin team, ensuring effective operations and management of UNIX systems. His responsibilities include implementing disaster recovery strategies and enterprise backups, which are critical for data protection and recovery.
Previous Experience at FLEETCOR
Before his current managerial role, Angel Madera worked as a UNIX administrator at FLEETCOR from 2011 to 2016. During this time, he developed custom tools to enhance existing solutions and automate routine tasks, contributing to improved operational efficiency. His extensive experience in system administration has been pivotal in shaping the UNIX team’s capabilities and performance.
Career Background
Angel Madera has a diverse career in IT and systems engineering. He worked at SITA as an OAT from 2009 to 2011 and at Fiserv as a Senior Systems Engineer from 1999 to 2009. Additionally, he held a position as a Systems Engineer at Southern Company for a brief period in 2010. His varied roles have provided him with a solid foundation in system and storage administration, data center operations, and disaster recovery.
Educational Background
Angel Madera earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Commercial Chemistry from Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, studying from 1982 to 1984. His academic focus included chemistry, computer programming, economics, business, and mathematics. This educational background has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to his roles in technology and systems management.
Specializations and Skills
Angel Madera specializes in disaster recovery and enterprise backups, ensuring robust data protection and recovery strategies. He has extensive experience in data center moves, which has contributed to seamless transitions and operational continuity. Additionally, he has authored comprehensive documentation tailored for various personnel levels, facilitating understanding and execution of tasks within his teams.