Ryan Grant
About Ryan Grant
Ryan Grant is a Software Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Virginia Tech. He has experience in various roles, including DevOps Engineer and Backend Developer, at companies such as Viasat Inc. and Styra, and currently works at ngrok.
Work at ngrok
Ryan Grant has been employed at ngrok as a Software Engineer since 2023. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of ngrok's services, which facilitate secure access to local servers and applications. His experience in software engineering allows him to engage in projects that improve user experience and system performance.
Previous Experience at Viasat Inc.
Prior to joining ngrok, Ryan Grant worked at Viasat Inc. for several years in various capacities. He served as a DevOps Engineer from 2018 to 2020, where he focused on streamlining operations and enhancing system reliability. Following this role, he worked as a Back End Developer from 2020 to 2022, contributing to backend system architecture and functionality.
Internship Experience
Ryan Grant gained valuable experience through multiple internships at Viasat Inc. He worked as a Software Engineer Intern in 2016 for one month and again in 2017 for three months. Additionally, he completed an internship at Optimal Satcom, Inc. from 2015 to 2016 for 11 months. These positions provided him with foundational skills in software development and engineering practices.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Grant studied at Virginia Tech College of Engineering, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from 2014 to 2018. His education equipped him with essential knowledge in software development, algorithms, and systems design, laying the groundwork for his career in technology.
Experience at Styra
Before his current role at ngrok, Ryan Grant worked as a Backend Software Engineer at Styra from 2022 to 2023. In this position, he focused on backend development, contributing to the design and implementation of software solutions that meet client needs and improve operational efficiency.