Eric Yang
About Eric Yang
Eric Yang serves as the Director of Operations at ThoughtSpot, where he has worked since 2020. He holds an MBA from San Jose State University and a Master of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Southern California, with expertise in CI/CD processes and cloud security.
Work at ThoughtSpot
Eric Yang has served as the Director of Operations at ThoughtSpot since 2020. In this role, he is based in Sunnyvale, California, and has been instrumental in overseeing operations for four years. His responsibilities include strategic portfolio planning and execution, with a focus on Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). He has also implemented cloud security measures, ensuring compliance with ISO27001 standards. Yang's expertise in Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) and Developer Experience (DevX) processes contributes to operational excellence initiatives within the company.
Education and Expertise
Eric Yang holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from San Jose State University. He also earned a Master of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Southern California. His educational background supports his expertise in cloud cost optimization strategies within Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms. Yang's knowledge in CI/CD and DevX processes further enhances his capabilities in managing operations effectively.
Background
Before joining ThoughtSpot, Eric Yang worked at Cisco for over two decades. He held the position of Manager of Software Development from 1996 to 1998 and later served as Senior Manager, Head of Operations & Program Management Office from 1999 to 2020. His extensive experience at Cisco laid the foundation for his current role in operations management at ThoughtSpot, where he applies his skills in strategic planning and execution.
Achievements
In his current role at ThoughtSpot, Eric Yang has played a key role in implementing cloud security measures and achieving ISO27001 compliance. His contributions to strategic portfolio planning and operations excellence initiatives have been significant. Yang's focus on optimizing cloud costs within SaaS platforms demonstrates his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.