Andrew Collette
About Andrew Collette
Andrew Collette serves as the Vice President of Product Engineering at Enthought, where he has worked since 2022. He has a strong background in research and product development, having previously held various roles at Enthought and other institutions, including the University of Colorado Boulder and UCLA.
Current Role at Enthought
Andrew Collette serves as the Vice President of Product Engineering at Enthought, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product engineering initiatives and ensuring the successful development and deployment of software solutions. Collette has played a significant role in bringing Enthought's Edge platform into a releasable state within 12 months and achieving full production in under 24 months. His work involves collaboration with various teams, including Product Managers and the CTO, to enhance user experience and meet critical project milestones.
Previous Experience at Enthought
Before his current role, Andrew Collette held multiple positions at Enthought. He served as the Director of the Enthought Platform from 2018 to 2022, where he focused on strategic direction and product development. Prior to that, he worked as a Scientific Software Developer from 2015 to 2018, contributing to software solutions that support scientific research. His extensive experience at Enthought spans over seven years, allowing him to develop a deep understanding of the company's products and user needs.
Academic Background and Research Experience
Andrew Collette has a solid academic foundation in physics, having earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Plasma and High-Temperature Physics from UCLA, where he studied from 2004 to 2010. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Physics from UCLA and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Physics from the University of Rochester. His research experience includes roles as a Postdoctoral Researcher and Research Scientist at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he worked on various projects related to scientific data management.
Open-Source Contributions and Publications
Collette has made significant contributions to the open-source community, notably by publishing a widely popular project for managing numerical data. This initiative led to the authorship of an O'Reilly book focused on scientific data management, showcasing his expertise in the field. His work in open-source software reflects his commitment to advancing scientific research through accessible tools and resources.
Startup Experience
Andrew Collette founded Heliosphere Research LLC, a startup company that focused on innovative solutions in scientific research. Although the company was short-lived, this experience provided him with valuable insights into entrepreneurship and product development in a competitive market. His background in startups complements his extensive experience in established organizations.