Derek Pipal
About Derek Pipal
Derek Pipal is a Platform Operations Manager with extensive experience in the technology and gaming industries. He has held significant roles at companies such as Apple, PlayStation, Gearbox Publishing, and Versus Evil, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Colorado State University.
Work at Gearbox Publishing
Derek Pipal currently holds the position of Platform Operations Manager at Gearbox Publishing. He has been with the company since 2021, contributing to various operational strategies and platform management initiatives. His role involves overseeing the platform operations to ensure smooth delivery and performance of gaming products.
Experience at PlayStation
Derek Pipal has extensive experience at PlayStation, where he worked for a total of six years in various roles. He served as a Release Manager from 2013 to 2019, managing the release processes for gaming titles. Prior to this, he was involved in Operations Program Management within Supply Chain Operations from 2007 to 2013, focusing on operational efficiency and logistics.
Previous Role at Apple Computer, Inc.
Before his tenure at PlayStation, Derek Pipal worked at Apple Computer, Inc. from 2004 to 2007. In his role in System Test Engineering, he contributed to the testing and quality assurance processes for Apple products. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in technical operations and product reliability.
Education and Expertise
Derek Pipal earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Management from Colorado State University. His educational background supports his expertise in operations management and project coordination within the technology and gaming industries.
Current Role at Versus Evil, LLC
In addition to his position at Gearbox Publishing, Derek Pipal has been working as a Senior Producer at Versus Evil, LLC since 2019. In this role, he oversees production processes and collaborates with development teams to ensure the successful launch of gaming projects.