William McLane
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William McLane has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. William is currently the CTO Streaming at DataStax, beginning their role in September 2022. Prior to that, they worked at TIBCO Software Inc. as a Product Evangelist from May 2018 to September 2022. Before joining TIBCO Software Inc., they served as a Software Engineering Manager at IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC from September 2016 to May 2018.
From 2002 to 2016, William McLane worked at TIBCO Software in various roles. William started as a Senior Software Engineer in January 2002 and progressed to become a Senior Product Architect, Messaging from May 2008 to June 2012. Later, they held the position of Director of Product Architecture, Messaging from June 2012 to August 2016.
Prior to their tenure at TIBCO Software, William McLane was a Member of Technical Staff at TALARIAN CORPORATION from May 2000 to January 2002. Throughout their career, they have developed expertise in software engineering, product architecture, and technical leadership roles.
William McLane attended Concordia University Chicago from 1996 to 2000, where they pursued a degree in Computer Science. William'sfield of study included Computer Science and Communications/Theatre.
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