Bryan Rank
About Bryan Rank
Bryan Rank is a Principal Engineer with extensive experience in edge computing and IoT. He holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology and has worked in various engineering roles across multiple companies since the 1990s.
Work at HiveWatch
Bryan Rank has been serving as a Principal Engineer at HiveWatch since 2022. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in edge computing and IoT to enhance the company's technological offerings. HiveWatch focuses on providing innovative solutions for security and operational efficiency, and Rank's expertise contributes to the development of advanced systems that meet these objectives.
Education and Expertise
Bryan Rank holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, completing his studies from 1985 to 1992. His educational background supports his strong focus on edge computing lifecycle management and scalable cloud-enabled solutions.
Background
Bryan Rank has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. His career began at the Georgia Institute of Technology as a Systems Support Specialist II. He later held positions such as Director of Business Development at Intec Telecom Systems and CTO at Cadtel Systems. His international experience includes working as a Consulting Solution Architect at DigitalRoute in Stockholm, Sweden.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining HiveWatch, Bryan Rank held several significant positions. He worked as a Senior Staff Architect at Current, powered by GE from 2016 to 2020, and as an IoT Field Engineer at Canonical from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he has been a Founding Member at SiteWhere since 2009, contributing to the development of IoT solutions. His experience spans over two decades in various technical and leadership roles.
Skills and Focus Areas
Bryan Rank possesses a diverse skill set that includes systems architecture, software development, and a commercial approach to technology solutions. He has a keen interest in edge-centric engineering, particularly in the context of IoT, and focuses on developing scalable cloud-enabled solutions. His expertise enables him to address complex challenges in edge computing and lifecycle management.