Michael Andrews
About Michael Andrews
Michael Andrews serves as the Director of Data Engineering at TRM Labs, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in data engineering and cloud-native architecture, having previously worked in various roles at TRM Labs, VMware, and other tech companies.
Work at TRM Labs
Michael Andrews has been serving as the Director of Data Engineering at TRM Labs since 2023. His role involves overseeing data engineering initiatives and ensuring the effective management of data infrastructure. Prior to this position, he worked as the Founding Data Engineer from 2020 to 2021, where he contributed to the establishment of the data engineering team. He also held the position of Tech Lead Manager for Data Engineering from 2021 to 2023, further developing his expertise in managing data projects remotely.
Previous Experience in Data Engineering
Before joining TRM Labs, Michael Andrews accumulated extensive experience in data engineering and software development. He worked at VMware as a Staff Engineer from 2013 to 2017, focusing on engineering solutions in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, he served as a Senior Software Engineer at Socialcast from 2011 to 2013 and as a Software Engineer at LiveOps from 2008 to 2011. His diverse background in these roles has equipped him with a strong foundation in data engineering practices.
Education and Expertise
Michael Andrews studied at Drexel University, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science in both Mathematics and Computer Science in 2005. He also completed postgraduate studies in Computer Science at the same institution. His academic background supports his specialization in cloud-native architecture, data infrastructure, business intelligence, horizontal scalability, and performance optimization.
Leadership Style and Mentorship
Michael Andrews adopts a hands-on mentorship approach and embodies a servant-leader philosophy in his engineering leadership style. This approach emphasizes supporting team members and fostering their professional growth. His leadership practices contribute to a collaborative work environment, enhancing team performance and innovation in data engineering.
Research Experience
Michael Andrews has research experience from his time as a Research Assistant at Drexel University from 2006 to 2008. This role provided him with valuable insights into research methodologies and data analysis, further enriching his expertise in the field of data engineering.