Erik De Roin
About Erik De Roin
Erik De Roin is a Software Engineering Manager specializing in Infrastructure at ngrok, with a diverse background in software development and site reliability engineering. He has held various roles at companies such as Lunchbox, SurveyGizmo, and TrainingPeaks, contributing to infrastructure automation and deployment processes.
Current Role at ngrok
Erik De Roin serves as the Software Engineering Manager for Infrastructure at ngrok since 2022. In this role, he oversees the development and management of infrastructure projects, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of services. His responsibilities include leading engineering teams and implementing strategies that align with the company's growth objectives.
Previous Experience in DevOps and Engineering
Prior to his current position, Erik held various roles in the technology sector. He worked at Lunchbox as the Manager of DevOps for five months in 2022 and as a Staff DevOps Engineer for seven months from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes serving as a Site Reliability Engineer at TrainingPeaks from 2018 to 2020 and as a Developer Team Lead at SurveyGizmo in 2017.
Education and Academic Background
Erik studied at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from 2004 to 2009. This academic background provided him with a foundation in critical thinking and problem-solving, which he applies in his engineering roles.
Technical Contributions and Projects
Throughout his career, Erik has contributed to significant technical projects. He developed an ngrok-backed Kubernetes ingress controller as part of growth initiatives at ngrok. Additionally, he automated the deployment of new dataplanes, streamlining infrastructure provisioning and codifying architecture, which enhanced operational efficiency.
Collaboration and Teamwork
Erik has a history of collaborating with various teams across organizations. He has worked closely with engineering, security, marketing, and sales teams to deliver solutions that meet business objectives. His ability to coordinate efforts among different departments has been a key aspect of his professional success.