Derek Selby
About Derek Selby
Derek Selby is an Associate Director at Bounteous, specializing in bridging technical and non-technical teams for project success. He has extensive experience in data engineering and has worked with Fortune 500 financial services clients, holding various roles at Merkle and Acxiom over his career.
Current Role at Bounteous
Derek Selby serves as the Associate Director, CDP at Bounteous, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on bridging the gap between technical and non-technical teams, which is essential for successful project implementations. His expertise in customer data platforms (CDP) contributes to the company's ability to deliver effective marketing technology solutions.
Previous Experience at Merkle
Derek Selby worked at Merkle from 2013 to 2021, where he held several positions. He started as a Senior Developer for one year, then advanced to Lead Developer for two years. His final role at Merkle was Development Manager, which he held for five years. During his tenure, he gained experience in developing complex marketing technology solutions for various clients.
Background at Acxiom
Prior to his time at Merkle, Derek Selby worked at Acxiom from 2007 to 2013. He began as a Solutions Developer for four years and then transitioned to a Solutions Architect for two years. His experience at Acxiom provided him with a strong foundation in developing data-driven solutions and working with diverse clients.
Education and Technical Skills
Derek Selby earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he studied from 2004 to 2007. He is proficient in various programming languages and platforms, including SSIS, AbInitio, IBM DataStage, and Python. Additionally, he utilizes AWS, Linux/Unix, and Windows for data-driven database development.
Expertise in Data Engineering
Derek Selby has extensive experience in data engineering tasks, including ETL/ELT design, data warehousing, and data modeling. He has worked with Fortune 500 financial services clients, developing complex marketing technology solutions that meet their specific needs.