Daniel Chan
About Daniel Chan
Daniel Chan serves as the Director of Salesforce and Data Engineering at OANDA, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in data engineering and software development, particularly within the FinTech industry, and has held various roles at notable companies including IBM and Sun Microsystems.
Current Role at OANDA
Daniel Chan currently serves as the Director of Salesforce and Data Engineering at OANDA, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on Salesforce integration and data management solutions. His responsibilities include overseeing data engineering teams and ensuring the effective use of data to support corporate strategy. His tenure at OANDA has allowed him to contribute significantly to the company's data initiatives.
Previous Experience at OANDA
Daniel Chan has held multiple positions at OANDA, showcasing his expertise in analytics and business intelligence. He worked as the Lead of Business Intelligence from 2015 to 2018, followed by a role as Director of Analytics and Business Intelligence from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he served as Manager of Analytics for a brief period in 2018 and as a Software Engineer focused on Trading and Profitability from 2013 to 2014. His diverse roles at OANDA reflect his strong background in data engineering within the FinTech sector.
Professional Background
Daniel Chan has a solid professional background in software development and data engineering. He began his career as a Network Specialist at Grand & Toy and progressed to roles at Amdocs and Sun Microsystems as a Software Developer and Engineer, respectively. He spent eight years at IBM as a Staff Software Engineer, working on DB2 Kernel. His extensive experience across various companies has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current leadership role.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Chan earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2001 to 2006. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in software development and data engineering. He possesses expertise in Salesforce integration and data management solutions, which he applies in his current role to enhance data-driven decision-making processes.
Achievements in Data Engineering
Daniel Chan has a proven track record of leveraging data to drive corporate strategy and deliver results. His extensive experience in managing and leading data engineering teams has contributed to the success of various projects within the FinTech industry. His ability to utilize data effectively has positioned him as a key player in the organizations he has worked for, particularly at OANDA.