Trey Hicks
About Trey Hicks
Trey Hicks is a coder with extensive experience in software engineering and engineering management. He has held various roles in multiple companies, including Gloo, where he currently works, and has contributed significantly to the development of data connectivity solutions.
Work at Gloo
Trey Hicks currently works at Gloo as a Coder, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he served in various capacities at Gloo, including Head of Engineering, Architecture from 2022 to 2023, and Director of Engineering, Data Mesh from 2020 to 2021. His responsibilities included the architecture and implementation of an event-driven mesh of connectivity between data products. Hicks has also contributed to the organization by representing Gloo through speaking engagements and blog posts, reaching over 5,000 readers.
Education and Expertise
Trey Hicks holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Arkansas. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in software engineering and architecture. Hicks has expertise in designing and implementing Typescript microservices, as well as using REST and event interfaces. He has also worked on implementing streams and Kafka connectors for data transport and schema migrations.
Background
Trey Hicks has a diverse background in software engineering and leadership roles across multiple organizations. He began his career as a Software Architect at Aegis Analytical from 2000 to 2004. Over the years, he has held senior engineering positions at companies such as Hart InterCivic, Recurly, SportsLabs, and sovrn Holdings, Inc. His experience spans various roles, including Sr. Software Engineer, Director of Engineering, and VP of Development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Trey Hicks has made significant contributions to the field of software engineering. He founded Data Mesh Engineering, leading an organizational shift towards the Data Mesh paradigm. Hicks has also designed and implemented various technical solutions, including microservices and data transport systems. His ability to represent Gloo through public speaking and writing has helped to increase the organization's visibility and engagement within the industry.