Hi, I'm Mark Harrison - Staff Software Engineer, Data Engineering at MadHive
I thrive on architecting and building large-scale data systems that push technological boundaries. My passion lies in solving complex problems in distributed systems and data engineering, from my time at Google and Pixar to my current role. I'm excited by innovation in time-oriented data.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led design for Pixar's digital asset management system (Templar).
Currently a Staff Engineer at Madhive, focused on core data engineering.
Can help others by advising on large-scale data architecture and system design.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Software Engineering
Began career as a Computer Programmer at Applied Data Research, building core software skills.
✦ Software Development
✦ Programming
Architecting China's Internet Infrastructure
Served as Chief Software Architect, shaping the infrastructure for China's burgeoning internet.
✦ System Architecture
✦ Infrastructure
✦ Leadership
Leading-Edge Development at Tech Giants
Drove critical projects at Google (ML Planning Systems) and Pixar (Digital Asset Management).
✦ Machine Learning
✦ Data Management
✦ Software Design
Current Data Engineering Leadership
Staff Engineer at Madhive, focusing on core data engineering and building advanced data systems.
✦ Data Engineering
✦ Distributed Systems
✦ Scalability
💪🏻 Superpowers
Architect of Core Data Systems
Designing and building foundational data infrastructure at scale.
✦ Led design for Pixar's digital asset management system (Templar).
✦ Developed Timestream, a time-oriented DuckDB database.
✦ Expertise in large-scale data, distributed systems, and databases.
Bridging Engineering and Management
Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex software projects.
✦ Experience as a Team Lead Manager (TLM) and in managerial roles.
✦ Mentored and guided engineering teams through project lifecycles.
✦ Skilled in fostering collaboration and driving technical execution.
Innovation in Time-Oriented Data
Pioneering solutions for time-series data management and processing.
✦ Designed and built Timestream for efficient time-oriented data handling.
✦ Deep understanding of stream processing and real-time data needs.
✦ Applying advanced database concepts to solve data challenges.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with peers passionate about cutting-edge data infrastructure.
✦ Exploring new paradigms in real-time data processing and time-series analysis.
✦ Finding collaborators for ambitious projects in large-scale distributed systems.
I can help with
✦ Advise on designing and scaling complex data platforms.
✦ Share insights on building robust time-oriented database solutions.
✦ Offer guidance on team leadership and managing engineering initiatives.
I would love your help on
✦ Recommendations for emerging technologies in data observability.
✦ Insights into novel approaches for data governance at scale.
✦ Connections to researchers or engineers working on distributed ledger tech.