Erick Ivan Yataco Saavedra
About Erick Ivan Yataco Saavedra
Erick Ivan Yataco Saavedra is a Senior Site Reliability Engineer with over 16 years of experience in software development and operations, specializing in cloud automation and infrastructure management. He currently works at Turing and has held various roles in notable companies, demonstrating expertise in tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Kubernetes across multiple cloud platforms.
Work at Turing
Erick Ivan Yataco Saavedra has been employed at Turing as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) since 2023. In this role, he focuses on cloud automation and infrastructure management, utilizing his extensive background in various tools and technologies. His position is remote, allowing him to contribute effectively to the company's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Erick studied Systems Engineering at Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal, where he achieved the title of engineer. He possesses over 16 years of experience in software development and operations, with a specific focus on site reliability. His expertise includes managing Kubernetes clusters across multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, GCP, and Azure, and developing Kubernetes operators for complex application deployments.
Professional Background
Erick has held various positions throughout his career, including roles as a DevOps Tech Lead at Advisory, PMO Leader at Telefónica, and Cloud Engineer at ProSueños. He has also worked as a DevOps Specialist at Element Biosciences and as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer at Traackr. His experience spans multiple countries, including the United States, Peru, and Chile, and covers a range of responsibilities in project management and cloud architecture.
Achievements in Cloud Solutions
With over 8 years of experience in architecting cloud solutions, Erick has demonstrated proficiency in using AWS and GCP. He has worked in various capacities, including Cloud Architect at ProSueños and CTO at FITCO, Inc. His contributions to cloud automation and infrastructure management have been significant in enhancing operational efficiency across the organizations he has served.
Leadership and Management Roles
Erick has held several leadership positions throughout his career, including Agile Project Manager at Divemotor and Project Manager at Tsoft. He founded and served as CTO at TORUS It Lab, where he played a key role in driving technological innovation. His experience in project management spans over a decade, showcasing his ability to lead teams and manage complex projects effectively.