Shedrack Akintayo
About Shedrack Akintayo
Shedrack Akintayo is a Technical Marketing Engineer at Isovalent, part of Cisco, with extensive experience in developer relations and community management. He has contributed to various organizations and initiatives focused on enhancing developer experiences and promoting open-source technologies.
Current Role at Isovalent
Shedrack Akintayo serves as a Technical Marketing Engineer at Isovalent, a position he has held since 2024. Based in the London Area, United Kingdom, he focuses on enhancing the visibility and adoption of Isovalent's products and services. His role involves technical marketing strategies that bridge the gap between engineering and marketing, ensuring that developers understand the value of Isovalent's offerings.
Experience in Developer Relations
Shedrack Akintayo has extensive experience in developer relations, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. He was a Developer Relations Manager at Wilco for six months and served as a Lead Developer Advocate at Cloud Foundry Foundation for one year. His work includes organizing developer-driven events and managing global developer communities, contributing to the growth and engagement of technology ecosystems.
Educational Background
Shedrack Akintayo studied at Yaba College of Technology in Lagos, Nigeria, where he pursued a degree in Mechatronics, Engineering Technology. He completed his studies in 2019, earning an Ordinary National Diploma (OND). This educational foundation has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his roles in engineering and developer advocacy.
Contributions to Open Source and Community Building
Shedrack has made significant contributions to the open-source community, including writing technical content for platforms like opensource.com. He founded the DevRel Community Africa, which focuses on supporting developer relations across the continent. Additionally, he has organized Developer Circles Lagos from Facebook, empowering local technology communities in Africa.
Speaking Engagements and Conferences
Shedrack Akintayo has a track record of speaking at international conferences, including JS Nation Live 2020, DevRel Asia, and All Things Open. His presentations focus on developer experience and community engagement, showcasing his expertise in fostering developer relations and promoting cloud-native technologies as a CNCF Ambassador.