Chris Ballance, Cissp, Ex Microsoft, Ex Volvo
About Chris Ballance, Cissp, Ex Microsoft, Ex Volvo
Chris Ballance is the Head of Product & Engineering at PetScreening and a Board Member at Artificial Compute. With over 20 years of experience in software development and engineering management, he has held various roles at companies including Microsoft, Volvo, and Mark43.
Current Role at Pet Screening
Chris Ballance serves as the Head of Product & Engineering at PetScreening since 2023. He operates in a hybrid capacity from Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, he focuses on leading product development and engineering initiatives to enhance the company's offerings.
Previous Experience at Mark43
Chris Ballance has a significant history with Mark43, where he held multiple positions. He was a Senior Engineering Manager from 2021 to 2022, followed by a role as Director of Engineering from 2022 to 2023. He also served as an Engineering Manager - CAD and a Task Force Lead during his tenure, contributing to various engineering projects.
Background in Software Development
Chris Ballance has over 20 years of experience in software development and engineering management. His career includes roles at notable companies such as Microsoft, where he worked as a Software Development Engineer II from 2009 to 2013, and Volvo IT, where he was a Technical Lead from 2005 to 2009.
Education and Certifications
Chris Ballance holds a CISSP certification, which demonstrates his expertise in information security. His educational background supports his extensive experience in software development and engineering management across various industries.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Chris Ballance possesses expertise in lean software development principles, design patterns, and domain-driven design. He is skilled in various programming languages and technologies, including .NET, Java, React, NodeJS, GoLang, SQL, CQRS, SoA, and microservices, enabling him to deliver scalable and reliable solutions.