Peat Bakke

Peat Bakke is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in building high-performance cross-functional engineering organizations and managing through company transitions.

Peat Bakke has a diverse background, having worked with companies of all sizes, from startups to large tech firms and international financial institutions, and across various industries including e-commerce, identity management, social networking, and data analytics.

As a hands-on leader, Peat Bakke emphasizes coaching and mentoring to facilitate the growth of individuals in his teams, nurturing both individual contributors and managers.

Apart from his professional endeavors, Peat Bakke is an active participant in conferences, an avid traveler, a photography enthusiast, and shows a keen interest in engaging discussions revolving around novel ideas.

Peat Bakke's educational journey includes studies in fields such as Computer Science, English, Economics, Philosophy, and Linguistics at institutions like Simon Fraser University and the University of Canterbury.

Within the organizational landscape, Peat Bakke has held notable positions such as Director Of Engineering at Peek, Senior Engineering Manager at eBay and Kickstarter, CTO at Little Bird, and Founder of multiple ventures like i26r.com and Blue Hill Solutions.

His vast experience spans roles in engineering, architecture, development, management, and mentorship with organizations such as PIE, Chroma Inc., Rumblefish, and JanRain Inc.

Peat Bakke's career trajectory showcases his proficiency in driving innovation, fostering growth, and navigating complex business environments with a strong emphasis on people development and building robust technical systems.