Gavy Lau 劉紀賢
About Gavy Lau 劉紀賢
Gavy Lau is a Principal Software Engineer/Architect with extensive experience in managing CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based PaaS solutions. He has worked at Privé Technologies since 2020 and previously held positions at Barclays Capital, demonstrating proficiency in Java and scalable distributed systems.
Work at Privé Technologies
Gavy Lau has been associated with Privé Technologies since 2012. He initially served as the Head of Software Engineering for eight years, where he oversaw software development and engineering processes. In 2020, he transitioned to the role of Principal Software Engineer/Architect. In this capacity, he focuses on managing CI/CD pipelines for microservice environments, utilizing technologies such as Kubernetes, Helm, ArgoCD, and Jenkins. His ongoing work at Privé Technologies emphasizes building scalable solutions and enhancing software architecture.
Education and Expertise
Gavy Lau earned his Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Computing (Software Engineering) from Imperial College London, completing his studies from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software engineering. He is particularly proficient in Java and has extensive experience in web-based application contexts. His technical skills encompass all layers of application architecture, including front-end, server-side, and database development.
Background
Before joining Privé Technologies, Gavy Lau worked at Barclays Capital in London. He held two positions there: as a Developer from 2006 to 2007 and as a Placement from 2005 to 2006. His experience at Barclays Capital contributed to his development as a software engineer and provided him with insights into financial technology. Gavy's career has been primarily based in Hong Kong SAR since he began his role at Privé Technologies.
Technical Skills and Interests
Gavy Lau possesses strong technical skills in managing cloud-based PaaS solutions, specifically on AWS and GCP. He is proficient in building highly scalable distributed systems that respond to external events. His expertise in CI/CD practices and microservices architecture positions him as a knowledgeable professional in the software engineering field. Gavy's interests align with developing robust systems that can efficiently handle dynamic workloads.