Cindy Melter
About Cindy Melter
Cindy Melter is a Software Architect with extensive experience in virtualization technologies and a strong background in software development. She has worked for notable companies such as Cyxtera Technologies, Cisco Systems, and Joby Aviation, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Work at Joby Aviation
Cindy Melter has been employed at Joby Aviation as a Software Architect since 2019. In this role, she contributes to the development of innovative software solutions within the aerospace industry. Her responsibilities include designing and implementing software architectures that support the company's objectives in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft technology.
Previous Experience in Software Architecture
Before joining Joby Aviation, Cindy Melter served as Principal Software Architect at Cyxtera Technologies from 2013 to 2019. During her six years there, she focused on developing software solutions and enhancing system architectures. Prior to Cyxtera, she held various engineering roles, including a Technical Leader position at Cisco Systems for 15 years, where she led software development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Cindy Melter earned her Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Santa Cruz, completing her studies from 1984 to 1988. Her educational background laid the foundation for her extensive expertise in virtualization technologies, including AWS, VMware, OpenStack, virtualbox, and qemu-kvm. She also possesses specialized knowledge in L2 security, particularly 802.1X.
Background in Software Development
Cindy Melter has a diverse background in software development, with experience spanning several decades. She began her career as a Software Engineer at Hewlett-Packard from 1988 to 1990 and continued in a similar role at The Santa Cruz Operation from 1990 to 1997. Her career also includes significant experience in embedded systems and web services, contributing to her broad skill set in the field.
Advocacy for Development Methodologies
Cindy Melter advocates for development processes and methodologies that enhance productivity in software engineering. Her approach emphasizes the importance of efficient workflows and effective collaboration among development teams, aiming to improve overall project outcomes and software quality.