Stacy Kerkela

Stacy Kerkela is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in software engineering and engineering management. Currently serving as Director of Security Engineering at Uber since December 2024, Stacy held the position of Director of Engineering at Databricks from June 2018 to November 2024, focusing on building engineering teams for data processing solutions. Previous roles include Senior Engineering Manager at Slack and VP Engineering at Switchboard Software, where Stacy specialized in cloud-based data operations for digital publishers. With a foundational background at major tech companies including Facebook, Google, and LightSurf, Stacy has a strong track record in leading diverse teams and driving innovation in various engineering domains. Education includes a Master’s degree from Stanford University and a Bachelor’s degree from Caltech.