John Hoffman
About John Hoffman
John Hoffman is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in DevOps at Rakuten Advertising, with a strong background in cloud virtualization, Unix, and software development. He has held various leadership roles in technology companies and possesses extensive expertise in infrastructure architecture and project management.
Work at Rakuten Advertising
John Hoffman has been employed at Rakuten Advertising as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in DevOps since 2016. His role involves collaboration with development teams to automate release processes, enhancing efficiency and productivity. He operates in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area, contributing to the company's technological advancements and infrastructure improvements.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Rakuten Advertising, John Hoffman held several significant positions in the software engineering field. He worked at ThreatTrack Security Inc. as a DevOps Engineer from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, he served as the Executive Director of Infrastructure Services at Catalina Marketing from 2010 to 2015. His career also includes roles at ICG Communications as VP of Engineering and NETCOM Online Communications as Director and Manager of Network Operations.
Education and Expertise
John Hoffman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of the Pacific, where he studied from 1977 to 1982. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in cloud virtualization, systems engineering, and software development. He possesses expert skills in Unix and is proficient in multiple programming languages, including C and Shell scripting.
Background in Systems and Networking
John Hoffman has a strong background in systems, networking, and database engineering. He worked at Lockheed Missiles and Space for nine years, first as a Systems Engineer and later as a Manager. His experience includes managing network operations and overseeing engineering projects, which have equipped him with expert project management skills and a deep understanding of infrastructure architecture.
Technical Skills and Technologies
John Hoffman has extensive experience with a wide range of technologies that enhance performance, security, and reliability. His technical skill set includes proficiency in Redhat, Suse, IBM AIX, Solaris, and various database systems like Oracle, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. He is also knowledgeable in monitoring technologies such as Nagios and PRTG, as well as cloud services like AWS, and automation tools like Docker and Puppet.