Sander Ploegsma is a seasoned software engineer with deep expertise in backend development. He is passionate about finding the best solution to tough challenges, and values working with a bright, supportive team. Sander has an impressive range of experience with programming languages including C#, Java, Javascript, Typescript, Kotlin, and Go. He has developed applications using a variety of frameworks such as Spring Framework/Boot, Play Framework, React, Gatsby.js, and Next.js. Sander has vast knowledge of cloud providers including Google Cloud Platform, Azure, AWS, serverless technology, Kubernetes, OpenAPI, Docker, Terraform, and Hadoop. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Delft University of Technology and studied HBO-ICT at Fontys Hogeschool Eindhoven. Throughout his career, he has worked at various organizations such as ASML, TOPIC Embedded Systems, Xebia, The Sting, and bol.com. Sander's background also includes experience as a Light Engineer, Teaching Assistant, Commissioner of IT Affairs, and Chief Commissioner of Public Relations.