Jacob C.
About Jacob C.
Jacob C. is a DevOps Engineer at Shortcut, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in cloud services and infrastructure management, with previous roles at Splice, Homesite Insurance, and DraftKings Inc.
Work at Shortcut
Jacob C. has been employed as a DevOps Engineer at Shortcut since 2022. In this role, he utilizes his expertise in cloud infrastructure and automation to enhance system reliability and performance. His responsibilities include managing deployment pipelines and ensuring optimal operation of the company's services.
Previous Experience in Site Reliability Engineering
Before joining Shortcut, Jacob worked as a Site Reliability Engineer at Splice from 2021 to 2022. In this position, he focused on maintaining system uptime and performance, contributing to the overall reliability of the platform. His role involved implementing best practices in site reliability.
Background in Cloud DevOps Engineering
Jacob served as a Cloud DevOps Engineer at Homesite Insurance for five months in 2020. His work involved managing cloud infrastructure and automating deployment processes. This experience helped him develop a strong foundation in cloud technologies and DevOps practices.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Jacob possesses a deep understanding of Amazon Web Services (AWS), including services like EC2, VPC, IAM, ECS, and S3. He has a strong background in infrastructure as code (IaC) with expertise in Hashicorp’s Terraform. Additionally, he holds a Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) certification, which underscores his networking knowledge.
Education and Academic Background
Jacob studied Information Technology at the University of South Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from 2015 to 2018. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in IT principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career.