John Maynard serves as the Director of Platform Engineering at PlayQ, where he leads a dynamic team of four DevOps engineers in optimizing the infrastructure and IT needs of a burgeoning mobile gaming company. With a strong foundation in network administration and virtualization, John has...
John Maynard serves as the Director of Platform Engineering at PlayQ, where he leads a dynamic team of four DevOps engineers in optimizing the infrastructure and IT needs of a burgeoning mobile gaming company. With a strong foundation in network administration and virtualization, John has been instrumental in envisioning and executing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency. One of his notable achievements includes the design and implementation of a cutting-edge build pipeline utilizing AWS EC2 services. This initiative has significantly reduced build times and costs, thereby boosting productivity across game development teams.
John's expertise extends beyond infrastructure management; he is adept in various technologies, including Microsoft SQL Server and Active Directory, which he leverages to ensure seamless integration and performance of PlayQ's gaming platforms. His commitment to fostering a culture of innovation is evident in his successful deployments of ELK and LogicMonitor, which have enhanced monitoring and logging capabilities, enabling the team to proactively address issues and optimize system performance.
In addition to his technical prowess, John is a creative thinker who thrives on collaboration with like-minded individuals. His entrepreneurial spirit shines through in projects such as Homes Burlington Vermont and Loveopolis, where he applies his passion for technology to create meaningful experiences. With a keen eye for organizational efficiency and a relentless drive for improvement, John Maynard continues to shape the future of mobile gaming at PlayQ, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of industry advancements.
