David Meyers
About David Meyers
David Meyers is the Co-founder and Principal Engineer at Flipp, where he oversees infrastructure and data processing systems for the digital flyer platform. He focuses on automation and cloud infrastructure management, utilizing AWS and Big Data technologies to enhance system performance and decision-making.
Work at Flipp
David Meyers has served as Co-founder and Principal Engineer at Flipp since 2006. He oversees teams responsible for the infrastructure and data processing systems that support the company's digital flyer platform. His role involves providing guidance on architecture, design, and technology choices to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. He has been instrumental in implementing proactive monitoring systems to maintain high availability for major retailers, ensuring that Flipp's services remain reliable and responsive.
Education and Expertise
David Meyers earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 1999 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in cloud infrastructure and automation. He has been utilizing Amazon Web Services (AWS) for cloud infrastructure since 2007, focusing on flexibility and scalability to meet the evolving needs of Flipp.
Background
David Meyers has a significant background in technology and engineering, particularly in cloud infrastructure and data processing. He focuses on automation using tools such as Puppet, Vagrant, and custom scripts to manage cloud infrastructure effectively. His experience includes leading the implementation of Big Data systems built on Hadoop (YARN) and utilizing technologies like Spark and Parquet, which are critical for processing large datasets.
Achievements
In his role at Flipp, David Meyers has contributed to the development of Big Data systems that support analytics teams in deriving actionable insights for decision-making. He has played a key role in enhancing the relevance of online advertising through the application of AI algorithms to shopping intent data. His efforts in these areas have supported Flipp's mission to provide personalized and effective digital marketing solutions.