Stephan Renatus is a Staff Software Engineer at Styra with over a decade of experience in software engineering and cloud technologies.
Education and Expertise
Stephan Renatus completed his Master's degree in Mathematics and Computer Science at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, studying there from 2006 to 2012. His education has provided a solid foundation in technical and analytical skills, which have been pivotal in his career. His expertise spans across software engineering, cloud consulting, and security research, making him a versatile professional in the tech industry.
Professional Roles
Stephan Renatus is currently a Staff Software Engineer at Styra, contributing significantly to the development and enhancement of Open Policy Agent (OPA). He previously worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Chef Software in Berlin from 2015 to 2020. Before that, he served as a Research Assistant at Fraunhofer AISEC for a year and worked as a Cloud Consultant at both x-ion and cloudbau.
Experience in Cloud Consulting
Stephan Renatus has considerable experience in cloud consulting, having worked at x-ion for 5 months in 2014 and at cloudbau from 2013 to 2014 for 11 months. In these roles, he honed his skills in designing and implementing cloud solutions, helping businesses to optimize their cloud infrastructure and operations.
Contributions to Open-Source Projects
Stephan Renatus is an active contributor to various open-source projects. At Styra, he works on Open Policy Agent (OPA), a critical tool for policy enforcement across the cloud-native ecosystem. His involvement in these projects highlights his commitment to advancing technology and giving back to the tech community through collaboration and innovation.
Background in Security Research
During his tenure as a Research Assistant at Fraunhofer AISEC from 2014 to 2015, Stephan Renatus worked on numerous security research projects. His work in this role contributed to advancements in cybersecurity, demonstrating his ability to address complex security challenges and develop effective solutions.