Michael Skalka
About Michael Skalka
Michael Skalka is a Senior DevOps Engineer at Zipcar, where he has worked remotely since 2022. He has a background in software engineering and management, with previous roles at Canonical Ltd. and Knock.
Work at Zipcar
Michael Skalka has been employed at Zipcar as a Senior DevOps Engineer since 2022. He works remotely and has contributed to various projects within the organization. His role involves managing and optimizing the infrastructure and deployment processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Canonical Ltd.
Before joining Zipcar, Michael Skalka held multiple positions at Canonical Ltd. He began as a Field Software Engineer from 2017 to 2018, where he focused on software solutions in a remote capacity. He then advanced to Engineering Manager - Solutions Quality Assurance from 2019 to 2021, overseeing quality assurance processes. Additionally, he served as a Principal Field Software Engineer from 2018 to 2019, contributing to field software initiatives.
Experience at Knock
Michael Skalka worked as a Senior DevOps Engineer at Knock for a period of six months from 2021 to 2022. In this role, he was responsible for implementing and maintaining DevOps practices to ensure seamless software delivery and operational stability.
Education and Expertise
Michael Skalka earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Systems from Rider University, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in software engineering and DevOps.
Google Summer of Code Participation
In 2016, Michael Skalka participated in the Google Summer of Code program for Canonical Ltd. This two-month initiative allowed him to gain practical experience and contribute to open-source projects, further enhancing his skills in software development.