Michael Yantosca
About Michael Yantosca
Michael Yantosca is a Senior Software Engineer at FlightAware, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in game server engineering and systems programming, with degrees in Computer Science from the University of Houston and Rice University.
Work at FlightAware
Michael Yantosca has been employed at FlightAware as a Senior Software Engineer since 2019. In this role, he has contributed to the enhancement of core flight tracking software, focusing on deployment, maintenance, and monitoring facilities. His work involves analyzing system performance to identify bottlenecks and proposing solutions through internal Requests for Comments (RFCs). He operates from the Houston, Texas Area, where he applies his technical expertise to improve the efficiency of flight tracking systems.
Previous Experience at Six Foot, LLC
Before joining FlightAware, Michael Yantosca worked at Six Foot, LLC as a Senior Game Server Engineer from 2017 to 2019. During his two years in this position, he was involved in the development and optimization of game server infrastructure, contributing to the overall performance and reliability of gaming services.
Background in Software Engineering
Michael Yantosca's career in software engineering began at Optimized Process Designs, where he served as an I&E Systems Programmer from 2006 to 2011. Over five years, he focused on enhancing systems related to industrial processes. His experience spans various technical domains, including interprocess communication using REST and RPC frameworks, and he has worked with Microsoft Azure Service Fabric.
Education and Expertise
Michael Yantosca holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Houston, which he completed from 2017 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Linguistics from Rice University between 1997 and 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and linguistic skills, enabling effective communication in both English and German.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Michael Yantosca is proficient in developing multi-service data pipelines that integrate with existing systems across various departments. His technical skills include expertise in system performance analysis and the use of modern frameworks for interprocess communication. His bilingual abilities in English and German further enhance his communication skills in diverse technical environments.