Randy Willard
About Randy Willard
Randy Willard is a Principal Sales Engineer at FOSSA with a strong background in Unix, Linux, and Mac OSX. He has over two decades of experience in various technical roles, including positions at Yugabyte, Pivotal Inc., and Greenplum.
Current Role at FOSSA
Randy Willard serves as the Principal Sales Engineer at FOSSA, a position he has held since 2022. He works remotely and focuses on leveraging his extensive technical background to enhance sales strategies and customer engagement. His role involves understanding client needs and providing tailored solutions that align with FOSSA's offerings.
Previous Experience in Sales Engineering
Prior to joining FOSSA, Randy Willard worked as a Principal Solutions Engineer at Yugabyte from 2020. He also held the position of Principal Field Engineer at Pivotal Inc. from 2013 to 2020. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in sales engineering and technical solutions.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Randy Willard possesses extensive knowledge in Unix, Linux, and Mac OSX. He has a strong foundation in RDBMS, particularly MPP, and is skilled in various programming languages and technologies, including Java, Ruby, PHP, XML, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS. His focus areas include architecture, strategy, and operationalization in big data, VLDB, and data warehousing.
Educational Background
Randy Willard studied at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he attended the Leeds School of Business. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, completing his studies from 1981 to 1985. This educational background supports his technical roles with a solid understanding of business principles.
Career Timeline and Previous Roles
Randy Willard has a diverse career spanning multiple roles and companies. He began his career at Veritas Software as a Senior Manager in e-commerce in 1999. He then worked at Sun Microsystems as an Architect from 2000 to 2006, followed by positions at Symantec Corporation and Copan Systems. His tenure at Greenplum as Principal Solution Architect lasted from 2010 to 2020, showcasing his long-standing commitment to the tech industry.