David Reta
About David Reta
David Reta is a Senior Solutions Architect at Rafay Systems, where he collaborates with customer developers and DevOps teams to optimize the use of the Kubernetes Operations Platform. He has extensive experience in technical roles, including previous positions at Symantec, SS8 Networks, and Narus Inc.
Work at Rafay
David Reta serves as a Senior Solutions Architect at Rafay Systems since 2020. In this role, he actively engages with customer developers, Site Reliability Engineers (SREs), and DevOps personnel to ensure effective use of Rafay's Kubernetes Operations Platform. He acts as a technical point of contact for prospective customers, providing advice and troubleshooting support in complex technical environments. Additionally, he communicates customer technical requirements to Rafay's product and engineering teams, advocating for customer needs in the product roadmap.
Previous Experience
David Reta has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in the technology sector. Prior to his current role at Rafay, he worked at SS8 Networks as a Solutions Architect from 2015 to 2020 and as a Cloud Architect for one year in 2019. He also held the position of Engineering Lab Manager at Narus Inc, a Boeing Company, from 2000 to 2007. His earlier roles include Systems/Network Administrator at SGI and Narus Inc, where he gained foundational skills in IT and network management.
Education and Expertise
David Reta studied Computer Science at San Jose State University from 1996 to 2000, where he developed a strong technical foundation. His education, combined with years of hands-on experience in various technical roles, has equipped him with expertise in systems architecture, cloud solutions, and customer engagement in technical environments.
Technical Contributions
In addition to his architectural responsibilities, David Reta crafts technical content for presentations at conferences, meetups, and local events, representing Rafay Systems. His contributions help to disseminate knowledge and promote best practices in the field of Kubernetes operations and cloud solutions.