Summary
Robert Klemme is a seasoned Software Engineering Manager with 17+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams in security-focused organizations like McAfee and Skyhigh Security. He combines hands-on expertise in Java, SQL/RDBMS optimization, and scripting (Bourne Shell, Perl, Ruby) with a people-first management style that prioritizes trust, coaching, and autonomy. Comfortable across Windows and Unix environments, he has deep experience in performance tuning, multithreading, and tooling that helps teams operate efficiently. Known for assembling strong teams and "getting out of the way," he guides engineers through change while remaining a pragmatic technical resource for complex system and database challenges. Holding a diploma in Computer Science and Philosophy from the University of Paderborn, he pairs analytical rigor with a human-centered approach to leadership.
17 years of coding experience
16 years of employment as a software developer
Klosterschule Bielefeld
Diploma, Computer Science, Philosophy, Diploma, Computer Science, Philosophy at University of Paderborn
Abitur, Math, English, Abitur, Math, English at Ratsgymnasium
English, German