David Faircloth
About David Faircloth
David Faircloth is the Director of Platform Engineering at The Wendy's Company, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in application engineering and technical management, with expertise in cloud technologies and CI/CD pipeline implementation.
Work at Wendy's
David Faircloth has been serving as the Director of Platform Engineering at The Wendy's Company since 2021. In this role, he focuses on accelerating the time to market for products and features through infrastructure automation. His position is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he contributes to the company's technological advancements and operational efficiency.
Previous Employment History
Before joining The Wendy's Company, David Faircloth held several key positions in various organizations. He worked as an Application Engineer at MSCI Inc. from 2013 to 2018, and later served as a Technical Manager at Heartland from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he worked at SONIC Drive-In in the same capacity from 2018 to 2020. His career also includes a role as a Senior Technical Trainer at the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation from 2010 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
David Faircloth earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Central Oklahoma, completing his studies from 2008 to 2013. He possesses expertise in implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines, which enhances developer productivity. His professional background includes significant experience in both the financial services industry and quick-service restaurants.
Technical Skills and Specializations
David Faircloth specializes in platform engineering with a strong emphasis on cloud automation and code delivery. He has developed strong skills in managing cloud technologies across various platforms, including AWS, Azure, and GCP. His focus on infrastructure automation is aimed at improving efficiency and reducing time to market for products and features.