Xander Knol
About Xander Knol
Xander Knol is a Senior Frontend Developer at Leaseweb, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in various roles within the company, including DevOps Engineer and Technical Support Engineer, and has a background in ICT management.
Current Role as Senior Frontend Developer
Xander Knol has been working as a Senior Frontend Developer at Leaseweb since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for releasing new frontend applications from scratch, utilizing Angular as the primary framework. He actively participates in team Scrum activities, contributing to the agile development process. His work involves ensuring that all applications are tested and deployed through an automated process, enhancing efficiency and reliability in the development lifecycle.
Previous Experience at Leaseweb
Xander Knol has a substantial history with Leaseweb, where he held multiple positions over several years. He served as a Technical Support Engineer from 2011 to 2015, followed by a role as Shift Leader Technical Support Engineer for one year. He transitioned to a DevOps Engineer role from 2016 to 2020, before taking on the position of Frontend Developer for nine months in 2020. His diverse experience at Leaseweb has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both technical support and development processes.
Early Career at HarCoS Computer Service
Before joining Leaseweb, Xander worked at HarCoS Computer Service as a Medewerker Buitendienst from 2010 to 2011. This role provided him with foundational experience in the IT sector, contributing to his skill set in technical support and customer service.
Education and Training Background
Xander Knol studied at Roc Kop van Noord-Holland in Schagen, where he focused on ICT-beheer / ICT-beheerder. He completed his studies from 2004 to 2008, achieving MBO Niveau 4 in ICT. This educational background laid the groundwork for his career in IT and development, equipping him with essential knowledge and skills in information and communication technology.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role, Xander Knol ensures the availability of Shared Hosting services by providing 3rd line incident support. His responsibilities include troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues, contributing to the overall reliability of the services offered by Leaseweb. His expertise in frontend development and DevOps practices enables him to bridge the gap between development and operational support.