About Ryan Wells

Principal Platform Manager & Technology Leader

Professional Journey

Ryan Wells is an experienced Principal Platform Manager with a passion for driving digital transformation and building scalable technology solutions. With over 5 years of experience in platform management, Ryan specializes in leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative platforms that enhance business operations and user experiences.

Currently serving as Principal Platform Manager at MBToolKit, Ryan manages cross-functional teams of 15+ engineers and product managers to deliver scalable platform services. His focus is on building high-performing teams and fostering collaborative environments that drive innovation.

Key Achievements

  • Successfully delivered numerous projects that improved operational efficiency by 40%
  • Implemented DevOps practices resulting in 60% faster deployment cycles
  • Led digital transformation initiatives across multiple business units
  • Built and scaled platform services serving thousands of users
  • Mentored and developed engineering talent across the organization

Technical Expertise

Platform Management

  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Project Management

Technology Stack

  • JavaScript & Node.js
  • Python
  • AWS Cloud Services
  • Docker & Kubernetes
  • React & Frontend Development
  • PostgreSQL & Database Design

Tools & Platforms

  • Git Version Control
  • Jenkins CI/CD
  • Terraform Infrastructure
  • Grafana Monitoring
  • Elasticsearch

Education & Background

Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with First Class Honours from the University of Kent. His academic background focused on software engineering, data structures, and web development, providing a strong foundation for his career in technology leadership.

Based in Maidstone, England, Ryan is passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges and create meaningful impact through innovative platform solutions.