Edwin Zuidema
About Edwin Zuidema
Edwin Zuidema is the Lead Infrastructure NDS at TomTom, with extensive experience in software engineering and management.
Company
Edwin Zuidema is currently employed at TomTom, where he serves as the Lead Infrastructure NDS. His role involves managing a distributed team that is responsible for both internal DevOps development and external cloud-based infrastructure. Edwin has been with TomTom since 2004, contributing significantly to the organization over the years.
Title
Edwin Zuidema holds the title of Lead Infrastructure NDS at TomTom. In this role, he oversees the NDS Map Updates service, which is designed to be scalable to millions of clients. His responsibilities include managing both internal DevOps development and external cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring efficient and seamless operations.
Education and Expertise
Edwin Zuidema has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, which he completed between 1995 and 1999. He has also pursued further education in management and agile methodologies. He studied Essential Management at Krauthammer from 2006 to 2007 and became a Certified Scrum Master in 2009. This diverse educational background complements his extensive industry experience.
Previous Positions
Before joining TomTom, Edwin Zuidema accumulated substantial experience as a software engineer. He worked at Launchalot from 2002 to 2004, Lost Boys Medialab from 1999 to 2002, and Explainer DC from 1998 to 1999. These roles helped him develop a strong foundation in software development, which he later leveraged in management roles.
Background
Edwin Zuidema has a robust background in both development and management. Over his career, he has successfully bridged the gap between these areas to ensure smooth operations. His expertise spans across software engineering and infrastructure management, making him a versatile professional capable of handling complex projects and leading distributed teams.