Elijah Flesher
About Elijah Flesher
Elijah Flesher is the Director of Platform, Security and Infrastructure Engineering at Headway, with a robust background in software engineering and leadership. He has held various positions at notable companies, including Amazon Web Services, Lyft, and Convoy Inc, and has extensive experience in cloud services and infrastructure management.
Current Role at Headway
Elijah Flesher serves as the Director of Platform, Security, and Infrastructure Engineering at Headway. He has been in this role since 2022, where he focuses on managing infrastructure, security, and privacy initiatives. His leadership position reflects his transition from software engineering to a management role, showcasing his capabilities in overseeing complex engineering projects.
Previous Experience in Cloud Services
Elijah Flesher has extensive experience in cloud services, particularly with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). He worked at AWS from 2014 to 2015 as a Software Development Engineer and later as a Systems Engineer for S3 from 2012 to 2014. His roles involved developing and managing cloud-based solutions, contributing to his expertise in this field.
Career Progression and Management Skills
Elijah transitioned from a software engineering role to a leadership position, demonstrating strong people management skills. He held the position of Software Engineer Manager at Lyft from 2016 to 2019 and later became Principal Engineer Manager at Convoy Inc from 2019 to 2022. His career progression illustrates his ability to lead teams and manage engineering initiatives effectively.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Elijah Flesher earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from West Virginia University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His educational foundation in computer science has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his various roles in software development and engineering management.
Early Career at Duke University and West Virginia University
Elijah began his career at Duke University as a Web Applications Developer from 2011 to 2012. He also worked at West Virginia University in multiple roles, including Software Developer and Applications Server Administrator from 2007 to 2011. These early experiences contributed to his understanding of internet industry technologies and practices.