Derek Slenk
About Derek Slenk
Derek Slenk is a Dev Ops Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in software development and engineering roles. He has worked for notable organizations such as Spectrum Health and Flexion Inc., where he has developed secure deployment pipelines and implemented best practices in software development.
Current Role at Flexion Inc.
Derek Slenk serves as a DevOps Cloud Engineer at Flexion Inc. since 2020. In this role, he focuses on cloud infrastructure and deployment processes, contributing to the efficiency and reliability of development operations. His responsibilities include implementing best practices in DevOps and ensuring seamless integration of cloud services.
Previous Experience at Spectrum Health
Derek Slenk held multiple positions at Spectrum Health, including Enterprise Application Engineer, Sr., from 2014 to 2018, and DevOps Engineer, Senior, from 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he developed a pipeline from sandbox to production, incorporating security measures such as SAST and vulnerability scanning. He also created reusable pipeline components that enhanced the onboarding process for new applications.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Derek Slenk earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science from Calvin University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His education provided a foundation in software development and engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various technical roles.
Early Career at Calvin College
Derek Slenk began his career at Calvin College, where he worked as Web Manager of Chimes from 2006 to 2008 and as Activities Coordinator from 2007 to 2008. In these roles, he managed web content and coordinated activities, gaining valuable experience in project management and web development.
Experience in Software Development
Before his roles at Spectrum Health, Derek Slenk worked as a Software Developer I at Priority Health from 2010 to 2013 and as Software Developer 2 at Spectrum Health from 2013 to 2014. His experience in software development has equipped him with skills in coding, application design, and system integration.