Sam Dillard
About Sam Dillard
Sam Dillard is a Principal Product Manager at PingCAP, with extensive experience in product management and sales engineering, particularly in the IoT and cloud technology sectors. He has held various roles at InfluxData and other companies, contributing to his expertise in distributed data warehousing and stream processing.
Current Role at PingCAP
Sam Dillard serves as the Principal Product Manager at PingCAP, a role he has held since 2022. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he focuses on product management strategies that align with the company's objectives. His experience in product management is complemented by his technical expertise, which enhances his ability to drive product development and innovation.
Previous Experience at InfluxData
Prior to his current position, Sam Dillard worked at InfluxData in various roles from 2016 to 2022. He started as a Sales and Customer Success professional, then transitioned to a Strategic Sales Engineer, and later held the position of Senior Product Manager focusing on IoT and edge technologies. His tenure at InfluxData spanned multiple roles, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's products and market strategies.
Educational Background
Sam Dillard earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Santa Clara University, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he completed a course in Python for Data Science at General Assembly in 2015. This educational foundation supports his analytical skills and technical proficiency in product management.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Sam Dillard possesses a strong technical skill set that includes proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Rust, and Flux. He is experienced with cloud platforms like AWS and GCP, and has expertise in industrial IoT topologies, distributed data warehousing, and stream processing. His knowledge extends to managing storage engines and Linux systems, which are critical in his roles within technology-driven companies.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Sam Dillard has held various positions that reflect his growth in the technology sector. He began as a Marketing Coordinator at Incentive Networks and progressed through roles in sales and engineering at WhiteHat Security and Box. His diverse experience across different functions, including sales engineering and product management, has equipped him with a well-rounded perspective on technology and business operations.