Josh Christianson
About Josh Christianson
Josh Christianson is a Principal Software Engineer at ScienceLogic, where he has worked since 2016. He has a diverse background in software engineering, production engineering, and web development, with experience in various technologies and a focus on mentoring junior engineers.
Current Role at ScienceLogic
Josh Christianson serves as a Principal Software Engineer at ScienceLogic, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for interfacing with ScienceLogic's remote agent, focusing on data ingestion, transformation, and publishing. He utilizes technologies such as Kafka, MySQL, and Cassandra to enhance the company's software architecture. Additionally, he conducts scale tests to provide insights into horizontal scaling and optimization recommendations, contributing to the overall efficiency of the system.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current role, Josh Christianson worked in various capacities within the software development field. He was a Backend Developer at AppFirst from 2015 to 2016 and a Web Developer at Robert Half Technology for a brief period in 2014. His experience also includes roles at Starkey Hearing Technologies, where he served as a Production Engineer and a Digital Shell Quality Analyst. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in software engineering and quality assurance.
Educational Background
Josh Christianson has a diverse educational background in technology and engineering. He studied Computer Programming at North Dakota State University for one year, where he achieved a degree in Computer Science. He also attended ITT Technical Institute, completing a four-year program in Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology. His foundational education includes graduating from Robbinsdale Cooper High School, where he studied from 1998 to 2001.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his current role at ScienceLogic, Josh Christianson employs a range of technical skills and tools. He is proficient in using Redis, Kubernetes, Docker, Django, Flask, and AWS. He also utilizes JIRA for project management, ensuring that projects remain on track and meet deadlines. His expertise in these technologies supports his responsibilities in software engineering and mentoring junior engineers.
Military Service and Early Career
Josh Christianson served in the United States Air Force from 2002 to 2007 as an Electronics Signals Intelligence Exploitation specialist. This experience contributed to his technical skills and understanding of electronics. Following his military service, he worked as a Field Service Technician at Metro Sales from 2009 to 2011, further developing his technical expertise in the field.