Greg Ewing
About Greg Ewing
Greg Ewing is a Test Engineer with extensive experience in Java and modern technologies. He has held research positions at the University of Vienna and EPFL, and currently works at Rocket Lab in New Zealand.
Work at Rocket Lab
Greg Ewing has been employed at Rocket Lab as a Test Engineer since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the testing and validation processes of the company's aerospace technologies. His experience in modern technologies and methodologies enhances the efficiency of testing protocols within the organization. Rocket Lab is known for its innovative approach to space launch services, and Ewing's expertise supports its mission to provide reliable access to space.
Education and Expertise
Greg Ewing holds multiple degrees from The University of Auckland. He earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Physics from 1997 to 1999, followed by a Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering Physics/Applied Physics from 1999 to 2002. He completed his PhD in Physics, Applied Maths, and Biology from 2003 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in algorithm development, data science, and modern software engineering practices.
Background
Before joining Rocket Lab, Greg Ewing worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Vienna from 2006 to 2012 and at EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) from 2013 to 2016. His research roles in Austria and Switzerland involved advanced studies in physics and engineering, contributing to his extensive knowledge in the field. Ewing's long-term commitment to programming, particularly in Java since 1996, reflects his dedication to software development.
Technical Skills and Experience
Greg Ewing has extensive experience in developing microservices and serverless scalable services, primarily utilizing Amazon EC2. He is proficient in modern technologies and methodologies, including DevOps practices, often adopting them before they became mainstream. His strong background in algorithm development, data science, and expertise in CUDA/OpenCL and cluster optimization further enhance his technical skill set, making him a valuable asset in any engineering team.