David Smiley is a Principal Software Engineer at Salesforce, where he leverages his extensive expertise in Apache Lucene and Solr to drive innovative search solutions. With over 15 years of experience in search technologies, David has been a pivotal player in numerous search-related projects since...
David Smiley is a Principal Software Engineer at Salesforce, where he leverages his extensive expertise in Apache Lucene and Solr to drive innovative search solutions. With over 15 years of experience in search technologies, David has been a pivotal player in numerous search-related projects since 2008, demonstrating a deep commitment to the field. His current role involves leading a dedicated scrum team focused on a complex Solr-based architecture migration, a project that not only showcases his technical acumen but also his leadership skills in agile environments.
David's responsibilities extend beyond mere project management; he actively proposes and leads initiatives that enhance the search infrastructure at Salesforce. His hands-on approach often sees him delving into the nitty-gritty of implementation, ensuring that the team adheres to best practices while optimizing performance and scalability. A significant aspect of his work involves operating SolrCloud at scale in production, which presents unique challenges and opportunities for innovation in distributed search systems.
In addition to his role at Salesforce, David is passionate about contributing to the open-source community, regularly engaging with the Lucene and Solr projects. This commitment not only fuels his enthusiasm for search technologies but also allows him to stay at the forefront of industry advancements. His proficiency in back-end Java development, coupled with skills in frameworks like Spring and Dropwizard, positions him as a versatile engineer capable of tackling complex computational geometry challenges. As David continues to shape the future of search at Salesforce, his blend of technical expertise and leadership will undoubtedly drive impactful results in the evolving landscape of search infrastructure.
