Dan Huenecke
About Dan Huenecke
Dan Huenecke is a Staff Software Engineer at Gemini with extensive experience in software development, cloud technologies, and CI/CD processes.
Current Role at Gemini
Dan Huenecke is currently employed as a Staff Software Engineer at Gemini, starting in 2023. In his role at Gemini, he leverages his extensive experience in software development and continuous integration to enhance developer productivity. He employs a diverse tech stack that includes Bazel, Jenkins, and Starlark to optimize build, test, and CI processes, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and innovation.
Previous Experience at Gemini
Before his current role, Dan Huenecke served as a Senior Software Engineer at Gemini from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure as a Senior Software Engineer, he was instrumental in advancing software development practices within the organization. His expertise in cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and proficiency in programming languages like Scala, Java, and Bash were key assets to the development team.
Professional History at Digital Reasoning
Dan Huenecke worked at Digital Reasoning, initially as a Software Engineer from 2019 to 2021, and subsequently as a Senior Software Engineer in 2021. Over his two years and eight months at the company, he played a significant role in developing software solutions. His responsibilities included the use of containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes, as well as configuration management with Ansible. His contributions were integral to the company's software engineering projects.
Educational Background
Dan Huenecke completed his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics, with a minor in Physics, at Belmont University, from 2009 to 2013. His academic training provided a strong foundation in analytical and problem-solving skills, which have been crucial in his professional career. Prior to his university education, he earned his High School Diploma from Palatine High School, from 2005 to 2009.
Technical Proficiency and Specializations
Dan Huenecke specializes in enhancing developer productivity through comprehensive build, test, and continuous integration (CI) processes. He employs a diverse technology stack, including Bazel, Jenkins, and Starlark, to streamline CI/CD pipelines. Additionally, he is proficient in cloud technologies such as AWS and uses containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes to manage software environments. Skilled in multiple programming languages such as Scala, Java, and Bash, Dan also utilizes configuration management tools like Ansible to support software engineering projects.