Doug B.
About Doug B.
Doug B. is a Founding Learning Manager at Tecton, with a background in data engineering and software architecture. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Databricks and Bateman Technologies, and has a degree in Computer Science from the University of Virginia.
Work at Tecton
Doug B. serves as the Founding Learning Manager at Tecton, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves developing and implementing learning strategies to enhance the skills and knowledge of team members. Tecton operates in the field of machine learning infrastructure, focusing on enabling organizations to deploy and manage machine learning models effectively. Doug's work contributes to the company's mission of improving data-driven decision-making.
Previous Experience at Databricks
Before joining Tecton, Doug B. worked at Databricks as the Principal Data Engineering Instructor from 2016 to 2023. During his seven years in this role, he was responsible for training and mentoring data engineering professionals, focusing on best practices and tools in the data analytics space. His experience at Databricks provided him with deep insights into data engineering and the evolving landscape of data technologies.
Career Background
Doug B. has a diverse career spanning over two decades in the technology sector. He began as a Software Engineer at Trilogy Software from 1999 to 2000. He then served as Vice President & Partner at The Middleware Company from 2000 to 2002. Following this, he held various leadership roles, including Technical Lead and Owner at Bateman Technologies from 2002 to 2014, and Director of Training at NewCircle from 2014 to 2016. He also worked as a Principal Software Architect at DST Health Solutions for one year in 2006-2007.
Education and Expertise
Doug B. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Virginia, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education at The University of British Columbia, although specific details about his studies there are not provided. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in software development, data engineering, and training within the tech industry.