Patrick Eaton
About Patrick Eaton
Patrick Eaton is an Engineering Manager with extensive experience in software and systems architecture, particularly in cloud computing and distributed systems. He has held significant roles at companies such as Google, Stackdriver, and EMC, and has a strong academic background in computer science.
Work at mabl
Patrick Eaton has been serving as an Engineering Manager at mabl since 2021. His role involves overseeing engineering teams and driving the development of automated testing solutions. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, he has contributed to mabl's mission of enhancing software quality through innovative testing methodologies. His leadership experience is integral to the company's engineering practices.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Before joining mabl, Patrick Eaton worked at Google from 2014 to 2021, following the acquisition of Stackdriver, where he held positions as Engineering Manager, Tech Lead, and Software Engineer. His tenure at Stackdriver lasted from 2012 to 2014, where he served as an Architect. His career also includes significant roles at EMC as a Principal Software Engineer and at Oracle as an Architect for the Endeca MDEX Core Team.
Educational Background
Patrick Eaton studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a PhD in Computer Science and a Master of Science degree from 1999 to 2007. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which he completed from 1994 to 1999. His academic background provides a strong foundation in computer science principles and practices.
Expertise in Distributed Systems and Cloud Computing
Patrick Eaton possesses a strong background in distributed systems, cloud computing, monitoring, observability, databases, and storage systems. His expertise in software and systems architecture focuses on cloud computing and distributed systems, which informs his engineering leadership style. He has a proven track record in team building, mentoring, and coaching within engineering teams.
Career Development and Internships
Patrick Eaton began his career as an Extreme Blue Technical Intern at IBM in 2003. He also worked as a Graduate Student Researcher in the OceanStore Group at UC Berkeley from 2000 to 2006. His diverse experiences across various company sizes, from startups to large tech firms, have shaped his approach to engineering leadership and team dynamics.