Ryan W.

About Ryan W.

I’m a technology and engineering leader with 15+ years of experience spanning software engineering, delivery, reliability, and cloud platforms at enterprise scale. I’ve led global organizations responsible for mission-critical systems serving millions of users, with a focus on building platforms and teams that scale together.My background as a former software engineer shapes how I lead today. I believe the best cloud and reliability outcomes come from deeply understanding developer workflows, aligning delivery and operations, and designing systems that balance speed, reliability, security, and cost—without burning out teams.In recent roles, I’ve- Led Cloud Platform, SRE, and Delivery Engineering organizations (70+ engineers)- Modernized CI/CD and observability to improve reliability, predictability, and developer experience- Partnered with Product, Security, and Legal on global data privacy and compliance initiatives- Established SLOs and error budgets as a shared language between engineering and the business- Driven cloud modernization and cost optimization through automation and platform standardization- Navigated organizational change, including OKRs, performance management, and OpEx-driven restructuringI’m especially passionate about building high-performing, inclusive engineering cultures—mentoring leaders, developing early-career talent, and fostering blameless, sustainable operating practices. I’m also an active ally in Women in Technology initiatives and enjoy supporting the broader engineering community.I’m energized by roles where I can operate at the intersection of technology strategy, people leadership, and business impact—especially in cloud, platform, reliability, and observability-focused organizations.

Experience

1. Director of Software Engineering, Devops

   Blackbaud

   Mar 2026 — Present

Education

• University of North Carolina Wilmington

  Bachelor of Science, Information Systems

  2006 — 2010