Larry Ploetz
About Larry Ploetz
Larry Ploetz is an Operations Engineer currently working at Pinger in San Jose since 2016. He has extensive experience in systems programming and administration, having held positions at notable institutions such as Stanford Hospital, FireEye, and the Carnegie Institution for Science.
Work at Pinger
Larry Ploetz has been employed at Pinger as an Operations Engineer since 2016. In this role, he focuses on optimizing operational processes and enhancing system performance. His responsibilities include performance tuning and creating robust, scalable systems. Ploetz leverages his extensive experience to mentor team members, emphasizing effective communication and reducing the complexity of computing.
Previous Experience
Before joining Pinger, Larry Ploetz held various positions in the technology sector. He worked as a Linux System Administrator at FireEye, Inc. from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, he served as Technical Lead Systems Administrator at the Carnegie Institution for Science from 2007 to 2013. His earlier roles include Systems Programmer at Stanford University from 1992 to 2007 and Systems Programmer at the University of Southern California from 1986 to 1990.
Education and Expertise
Larry Ploetz studied Computer Science at California State University - East Bay from 1997 to 2000. He also attended Los Altos High School, where he completed his general education. Additionally, he studied drama at Foothill College from 1975 to 1977. Ploetz specializes in integrating software and hardware solutions to meet diverse requirements and has a strong background in open-source software.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Larry Ploetz possesses expertise in performance tuning and the development of scalable systems. He is skilled in using open-source software and is familiar with the GNU Manifesto. Ploetz is experienced in delivering presentations that maximize knowledge transfer while minimizing technical jargon, which aids in educating and mentoring his team members.