Hi, my name is

Johan

I build Developer Platforms

Experienced Platform Engineer specializing in modern cloud-native container technology. I design and implement developer platforms that enable teams to deliver value swiftly, reliably, and securely through automated processes.

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About Me

I’m a Platform Engineer with a proven track record of designing and implementing cutting-edge developer platforms. Specializing in modern cloud-native container technology, I excel in creating robust environments that empower development teams to deliver value efficiently and reliably within organizations. My expertise lies in establishing fast, repeatable, automated, and secure workflows, ensuring seamless collaboration and accelerated project timelines. Committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends, I bring a dynamic approach to building and optimizing platforms that drive innovation and success for both teams and businesses. I am currently working as a Platform Engineer at Royal Schiphol Group in Amsterdam.

Presently, I am engaged in a project focused on empowering development teams to seamlessly expose their API’s onto an 3Scale platform in a self-service manner.

Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Red Hat 3Scale
  • Red Hat OpenShift
  • Argo CD
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Azure Devops
  • Terraform
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Experience

Platform Engineer API - Royal Schiphol Group
Mar 2024 - present
As a Platform Engineer, I design and implement the API management layer that enables API developers to expose data in a secure, self-provisioned and standardized way.
Platform Engineer Runtime - Royal Schiphol Group
Aug 2019 - Mar 2024
As a Platform Engineer in the Platform Services Runtime Department, I have played a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing the runtime building blocks that form the backbone of our technology infrastructure. My responsibilities have spanned across various key areas, showcasing my expertise in platform engineering and empowering development teams for seamless project execution.
DevOps Linux Engineer - NEP
Dec 2017 - Aug 2019
As a DevOps Linux Engineer, I played a key role in shaping and optimizing deployment pipelines, leveraging Atlassian Bamboo and Spinnaker to enhance the development lifecycle. My responsibilities extended to proficiently managing Kubernetes clusters both in the Google Cloud environment and on-premises infrastructure. I was a contributor to the success of product development teams, specifically focused on a stream access application that facilitated the distribution of content from media companies’ Content Delivery Networks (CDN)."
DevOps Linux Engineer - KPN iTV
Mar 2014 - Dec 2017
As a DevOps Linux Engineer at KPN iTV, I played a crucial role in the management and optimization of Linux servers hosting applications for transcoding Video on Demand (VOD) content on the iTV platform. Additionally, I took on the responsibility of deploying new versions of metadata enhancement applications into the production environment. The Linux systems under my purview were standardized on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 (RHEL 7), and configuration management was handled seamlessly through CFEngine and Jenkins."
System Administrator - Poort80
Dec 2006 - Mar 2014
As a System Administrator at Poort80, I played a key role in architecting and managing diverse environments, showcasing expertise in Windows Server 2008, VMware clusters, Cisco ASA firewalls, Cisco Catalyst switches, and a broad range of technologies in a complex IT environment."

Get in Touch

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