Sebastian Meindorfer

Architecting and scaling Kubernetes platforms on AWS with a focus on security, automation, and DevSecOps best practices. Driving GitOps adoption with ArgoCD and GitLab, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and standardizing artifact management with ECR and Artifactory. Leading architecture for the company's largest AWS customer, contributing to AWS Partner programs, mentoring trainees, and sharing expertise at AWS Community Day. Exploring AI to optimize platform operations and innovation.

Advising SMEs and startups on AWS and Kubernetes adoption with a focus on cost efficiency, automation, and security. Sole architect for RegTech startup, guiding the CTO on AWS best practices and delivering compliant cloud-native architectures. Supporting clients with infrastructure design, DevOps pipelines, operations, and workshops to accelerate cloud maturity.

Led the Cloud Infrastructure community, organizing boards and events to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation. Provided expert guidance on AWS, AI and Kubernetes, mentored members, and created technical content and use cases. Represented community interests to stakeholders and promoted cloud adoption across the organization.

- Cloud Platform Architecture: Design and manage cloud platforms, including OpenShift and Kubernetes clusters on vSphere or AWS.

- Developer Training: Develop and deliver training programs on CI/CD pipeline usage.

- Agile Consulting: Provide guidance on adopting agile software development methodologies and facilitate project transitions.

- Team Coordination: Coordinate customer teams and international supplier teams.

- Client Engagement: Travel for meetings, workshops, and task forces at customer sites.

- Platform Management: Set up, administer, monitor, and manage the lifecycle of cloud platforms (Day 2 Deployments).

- Workflow Automation: Automate Cluster as a Service workflows using PowerShell or Bash scripts.

- CI/CD Implementation: Implement continuous integration and deployment practices using GitOps principles.

- Infrastructure Provisioning: Provision AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.

- Developer Documentation: Write comprehensive developer guides.

- Platform Consulting: Advise customers on transitioning to Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms.