Ricky Kwan
About Ricky Kwan
Ricky Kwan is a Senior Operations Engineer with expertise in deploying and managing containerized applications using Docker. He has a background in web development and programming, with experience in various roles across government and health sectors, as well as the online media industry.
Work at Index Exchange
Ricky Kwan has been employed at Index Exchange since 2016, progressing through various roles. He initially served as an Operations Engineer for two years until 2018. Following this, he advanced to the position of Operations Engineer II, where he worked from 2018 to 2021. In 2021, he was promoted to Senior Operations Engineer, a role he continues to hold. His responsibilities include deploying and managing containerized applications using Docker and utilizing Ansible for configuration management and automation.
Education and Expertise
Ricky Kwan earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Toronto Scarborough, completing his studies from 2011 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills, which include expertise in deploying containerized applications, configuration management with Ansible, and strong scripting capabilities in Bash for operational automation. He also possesses a robust understanding of database management and optimization.
Background in Co-op Positions
Ricky Kwan has gained diverse experience through various co-op positions prior to his current role. He worked as a Web Modernization Specialist at the Ministry of Government Services in 2012, a Programmer at Rouge Valley Health System in 2013, a Junior Application Programmer at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care in 2014, and a Web Developer at the University of Toronto Scarborough in 2015. Each of these roles contributed to his development in the online media industry and enhanced his operational efficiencies.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his professional capacity, Ricky Kwan utilizes several technical tools and skills. He is proficient in deploying and managing containerized applications using Docker. He employs Ansible for configuration management and automation, streamlining operational processes. Additionally, he demonstrates strong scripting skills in Bash, which he uses to automate various operational tasks. His technical expertise also includes a solid understanding of database management and optimization.