Devan Sayles
About Devan Sayles
Devan Sayles is the Manager of Data Engineering at General Mills in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, with extensive experience in big data solutions, SAP development, and software integration.
Current Role at General Mills
Devan Sayles is currently serving as the Manager of Data Engineering at General Mills. Based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, he leads the Data Engineering team, a role he has held since September 2019. His responsibilities include overseeing the development and implementation of various data engineering projects, ensuring the data infrastructure supports the company's needs effectively.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Before his current role, Devan Sayles accumulated extensive experience at General Mills in various capacities. From 2016 to 2019, he was a Senior Developer in Big Data, working on designing and implementing big data solutions. Prior to that, he served as a Business Applications Analyst from 2014 to 2016, and as a Programmer/Analyst in SAP Development from 2012 to 2014. These roles allowed him to diversify his skill set within the company’s data and application systems.
Educational Background
Devan Sayles completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Media, and Communication Technology. His academic tenure from 2008 to 2012 equipped him with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of computer science, enhancing his competency in software development and media technologies.
Early Career and Internships
Devan Sayles began his professional journey through various internships that provided a broad range of experiences. He interned at Raytheon in 2010 as a Software Integration and Test Intern in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Additionally, he gained valuable experience as an Information Systems Intern at General Mills in 2011 in Golden Valley, MN, and as a Software Development Intern at TechSmith Corporation, working on Camtasia:mac. These roles allowed him to develop a practical understanding of software development and integration.
Academic Contributions
During his time at Michigan State University, Devan Sayles contributed to the academic community by serving as a Teaching Assistant for the CSE 231 course in 2011. Furthermore, he worked as a Student Assistant at the MSU Social Media Research Lab from 2010 to 2011, where he participated in research projects related to social media technologies, enriching his research and teaching experience.