Derrick Hinkle
About Derrick Hinkle
Derrick Hinkle is a Software Architect currently at XO Group Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in software engineering and development, with experience at several companies including Pristine.io and Digital Flux.
Work at XO Group Inc.
Derrick Hinkle has been employed at XO Group Inc. since 2019, currently holding the position of Software Architect. In this role, he educates engineers on agile and iterative standards, fostering principles of continuous delivery and iterative design. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Engineer at XO Group Inc. from 2016 to 2019. His contributions during this time included implementing WebRTC while it was still in draft status, highlighting his focus on early adoption of emerging technologies.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining XO Group Inc., Derrick Hinkle worked at several organizations. He served as a Software Engineer at Pristine.io from 2013 to 2015 and as a Consultant at Digital Flux from 2008 to 2013. Additionally, he worked as a Developer at the University of Maryland from 2010 to 2012. He also held the position of Principal Engineer at DADI+ for one year, from 2015 to 2016, working remotely.
Education and Expertise
Derrick Hinkle studied at the University of Maryland, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from 2009 to 2014. His educational background has contributed to his analytical skills and problem-solving abilities in software architecture. He has a strong focus on continuous delivery, iterative design, and agile development, which he applies in his current role.
Technological Innovations
Derrick Hinkle has demonstrated a commitment to exploring cutting-edge technology throughout his career. He utilized Google Glass before it was publicly available, showcasing his interest in innovative tools. Additionally, he architected a Kubernetes-oriented distributed microservice platform using RabbitMQ and ElasticSearch, reflecting his expertise in modern software architecture and distributed systems.