Jeff Knight
About Jeff Knight
Jeff Knight serves as the Director of Engineering at Segment, where he focuses on enabling and mentoring productive teams. With extensive experience in managing consumer-facing applications, he has held various engineering leadership roles across multiple companies since earning his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Austin.
Work at Segment
Jeff Knight has been serving as the Director of Engineering at Segment since 2019. In this role, he focuses on enabling and mentoring teams to enhance productivity. His leadership is centered on continuous improvement in product development, processes, and personnel management. Knight's tenure at Segment has contributed to the company's engineering capabilities and team dynamics.
Previous Experience
Before joining Segment, Jeff Knight held several key positions in various organizations. He worked at Opentable as Director of Engineering from 2017 to 2019, and prior to that, he served as a Senior Engineering Manager at the same company from 2016 to 2017. His experience also includes a role as Senior Director of Business Infrastructure at Zoosk Inc. from 2013 to 2015, and as Chief Architect at Gear Zero from 2015 to 2016. Earlier in his career, he was the Manager of Information Systems at Genesis Ats from 2005 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Knight earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Austin. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in managing the release of consumer-facing social and mobile applications. He possesses deep technical leadership skills in systems architecture and full stack engineering, which are critical in his current and past roles.
Leadership and Team Management
Knight has a strong focus on enabling and mentoring highly productive teams. He has managed cross-functional development teams through various stages of product development, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and effective communication. His commitment to fostering a productive work environment is evident in his approach to team leadership and development.