Dan La Rocque
About Dan La Rocque
Dan La Rocque is a Senior Software Engineer at Dremio, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a B.S. in Computer Engineering from the University of Maryland, where he studied from 2004 to 2008, and previously served as a Research Programmer and Lab Manager at the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies from 2008 to 2013.
Work at Dremio
Dan La Rocque has been employed at Dremio as a Senior Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of data management solutions, focusing on optimizing performance and usability. His expertise in software engineering supports Dremio's mission to simplify data access and analytics for organizations.
Education and Expertise
Dan La Rocque earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Maryland, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in software development, systems design, and engineering principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Background
Prior to his current position at Dremio, Dan La Rocque worked at the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies. He served as a Research Programmer and Lab Manager from 2008 to 2013. In this capacity, he managed research projects and contributed to programming efforts, gaining valuable experience in a research environment.
Professional Experience
Dan La Rocque has accumulated significant experience in software engineering and research programming. His five years at the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies involved managing laboratory operations and supporting research initiatives. This experience laid the groundwork for his transition to a senior engineering role at Dremio.