Elliot De Nolf
About Elliot De Nolf
Elliot De Nolf is the founder of Payload CMS and has extensive experience in software development, particularly in containerization technologies and CI/CD pipelines. He has worked in various roles in the tech industry, including positions at Meijer, SalesPad LLC, Nordstrom, and Extend, and has contributed to the local tech community in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Work at Payload CMS
Elliot De Nolf serves as the Founder of Payload CMS, a role he has held since 2022. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, he is actively involved in the development of the platform, focusing on building role-based access control and enhancing the plugin capabilities. His leadership at Payload CMS emphasizes the importance of containerization technologies and CI/CD pipelines, contributing to the creation of resilient and high-availability web services.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Elliot De Nolf has a diverse background in software engineering, having worked at several companies in various roles. He was a Senior Software Engineer at Nordstrom from 2020 to 2021 and previously held the same position at Extend for one year from 2021 to 2022. His earlier experience includes a five-year tenure at Nordstrom as a Software Engineer and a role as a Software Developer at FinFolio. He also worked at SalesPad LLC as a QA Automation Engineer and an Implementation/Support Technician.
Education and Expertise
Elliot De Nolf studied at Grand Valley State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems with a minor in Business. His academic background complements his extensive experience in the design, development, and delivery of enterprise software solutions. He specializes in containerization technologies and CI/CD pipelines, which are critical for modern software development practices.
Involvement with Y Combinator
Elliot De Nolf participated in the Y Combinator S22 batch, which he joined in 2022. This experience has provided him with valuable insights and connections within the startup ecosystem, further enhancing his capabilities as a founder and innovator in the tech industry.