As the Director of DevOps Engineering at Knack, Ryan Boyce is at the forefront of transforming the way development teams operate within the organization. With a strong commitment to enhancing developer velocity, Ryan leads initiatives that empower teams through transparency and self-service capabilities. His extensive...
As the Director of DevOps Engineering at Knack, Ryan Boyce is at the forefront of transforming the way development teams operate within the organization. With a strong commitment to enhancing developer velocity, Ryan leads initiatives that empower teams through transparency and self-service capabilities. His extensive expertise in cloud infrastructure and platform engineering is instrumental in driving Knack’s mission to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
Ryan’s current projects focus on implementing robust DevOps practices that leverage tools such as Terraform, Docker, and Jenkins to automate infrastructure provisioning and deployment processes. By transitioning from a traditional ticket-based system to a more agile, self-service model, he is enabling developers to deploy applications faster and with greater confidence. His proficiency in programming languages like Golang and Python further enhances his ability to create custom tooling and libraries that cater to the specific needs of the development teams.
In addition to his technical skills, Ryan is dedicated to leadership development and teaching, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the organization. By mentoring team members and promoting best practices in access control and infrastructure management, he ensures that the DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams are equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to succeed. Ryan’s strategic vision and hands-on approach not only enhance operational efficiency at Knack but also contribute to a more empowered and innovative workforce. Through his leadership, Knack is well-positioned to navigate the evolving landscape of cloud technology and deliver exceptional value to its customers.
