OUR MISSION
Syntasso's mission is to help Platform teams thrive. For that reason, we created Kratix. With decades of combined experience, we've witnessed the challenges and triumphs of platform development firsthand.
We understand the complexities of platform engineering, and we're dedicated to providing unparalleled support every step of the way. Whether you're embarking on your first platform project or seeking to optimise your existing infrastructure, Syntasso is here to guide you and your team toward success.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Colin Humphreys
CEO
Colin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Syntasso. He previously held senior technology roles at VMware and Pivotal. Colin is an expert in platform-related topics and has delivered solutions for eBay, Volkswagen, PayPal, Cineworld, and others.
Paula Kennedy
COO
Paula has 20+ years of IT experience and is the Co-Founder and COO of Syntasso. She's passionate about community, diversity, and inclusion, and is part of the organizing committee for various events. Paula is an experienced speaker and enjoys walking her dog and running half-marathons in her free time.
Chris Hedley
VP, Product Engineering
Chris has over 15 years of experience of building internal platforms for startups, banking giants and governments. He has been a Director of Engineering in Pivotal and VMWare, where he supported teams responsible for building platforms such as Cloud Foundry. Chris is Co-Founder, and VP of Engineering at Syntasso.
OUR VALUES
Progress over perfection
At Syntasso, it's okay to start imperfectly, as long as we're committed to moving forward and continuously improving along the way. This value celebrates the journey of growth and development, recognizing that each step forward brings us closer to our aspirations, even if we haven't reached perfection.
Be kind and candid
Together, these values encourage a balance between honesty and empathy. It reminds us that while it's important to speak truthfully and authentically, it's equally crucial to do so with sensitivity and consideration for others' feelings.
Diversity is valuable
This value serves as a reminder that diversity is not just a checkbox to be ticked—it's a fundamental asset that drives success, fosters growth, and enriches Syntasso. By embracing and championing diversity, we can create a more equitable, inclusive, and vibrant world for all.
MEET
THE TEAM
Our team at Syntasso is fun, vibrant, and packed with experienced people who have a breadth of experience across the best platform organizations, startups and consulting. Come meet the innovative minds behind our company and see how we're using our knowledge to change the tech industry.
Abby Bangser
Product Engineer
Abby is an international keynote speaker, co-host of the #CoffeeOps London meetup, and supports SLOConf as a global captain. Outside of work, Abby spoils her pup Zino and enjoys playing team sports.
Chunyi Lyu
Product Engineer
Chunyi has worked five years dedicated to Kubernetes and has over eight years of software engineering experience. Outside of work, she enjoys theatre, traveling, and attending concerts.
Derik Evangelista
Product Engineer
Derik is an eclectic mix of marathon running, audio-mixing and image editing. He lives by the enduring moto: Be better.
Kate Smith
Executive Assistant
Kate enjoys adventures and new challenges, usually involving her bike. She's originally from New Zealand but now calls the UK home.
Sapphire Mason-Brown
Product Engineer
Sapphire made the transition from software engineering after a career in charity sector communications. She has since worked with platform teams to help them deploy and maintain their developer platforms.
Cat Morris
Product Manager
Cat is an avid plant enthusiast with dozens of houseplants. She also shares her home with Opal, her equally adored and often demanding feline companion.
Daniel Bryant
Product Marketing
Daniel is a long-time coder and platform engineer turned product marketer. He writes for InfoQ, O’Reilly, and The New Stack and regularly presents at conferences. In his free time, he enjoys running, reading, and travelling.
Jake Klein
Product Engineer
Jake has over five years of experience working in the cloud platform space, starting his career working on CloudFoundry before moving onto Kubernetes. He is an aspirational golden retriever owner, fantasy football obsessor and wanna-be cyclist.
Rich Barton-Cooper
Product Engineer
Rich has been engineering for 6 years, spending time at Cisco and Duffel before joining the platform engineering world. He enjoys playing music, golf and football, and going for long country walks (via pubs).
Shane Dowling
Engineering Manager
Shane brings 17 years of software engineering experience to his role as an engineering manager. He hosts the Hybrid Cloud Show podcast and is passionate about all things platform engineering, maintaining a newsletter at pemonthly.com. Outside of work, Shane enjoys spending time with his kids, running, and reading.
JOIN US
At Syntasso, we believe that our most valuable asset is our team. That's why we're always on the lookout for talented and driven individuals to join us. If you're interested in working with a dynamic and forward-thinking tech startup, please contact us to find out more about what career opportunities we have available.
