Lachlan White
About Lachlan White
Lachlan White serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Altra and has extensive experience in technology roles, including positions at HashiCorp and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation. He is recognized for his expertise in DevOps, cloud technology, and his contributions to the HashiCorp community in Australia.
Current Role at Altra
Lachlan White serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Altra, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the technology strategy and implementation within the organization. His leadership focuses on driving innovation and ensuring the effective use of technology to meet business objectives.
Work at LAB3
Lachlan White has held multiple positions at LAB3. He served as the Head of Cloud and DevOps for two months in 2020 and later took on the role of General Manager - Technology from 2021 to 2023. Currently, he is the Chief Technology Officer at LAB3, a role he has occupied since 2023. His contributions have been significant in shaping the technological direction of the company.
Experience at HashiCorp
Since 2020, Lachlan White has been an Ambassador for HashiCorp, contributing to the community and promoting the use of HashiCorp tools. He is recognized as one of the first HashiCorp Ambassadors in Australia and has maintained his involvement in the program every year since its inception. His role involves sharing knowledge and fostering the adoption of cloud-native technologies.
Educational Background
Lachlan White completed his high school education at Xavier College, achieving VCE from 2004 to 2011. He furthered his studies at RMIT University, where he earned a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from 2020 to 2021. Currently, he is studying at the Australian Institute of Company Directors, enhancing his leadership and governance skills.
Professional Expertise
Lachlan White is recognized for his expertise in change acceleration, particularly for clients seeking to modernize their environments. He specializes in DevOps, Terraform, and cloud-native technologies, and is known for his passion for automation. His career began in service desk and operational support roles, providing him with a strong foundation in technology and operations.