Stephen Spence
About Stephen Spence
Stephen Spence serves as the Director of Architecture at Travelport, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in TPF Family ALCS Systems and a strong background in NoSQL databases, event-driven architectures, and emerging technologies.
Work at Travelport
Stephen Spence has served as the Director of Architecture at Travelport since 2017. In this role, he oversees architectural strategies and implementations, focusing on enhancing the company's technological capabilities. His leadership contributes to the development of innovative solutions that support Travelport's operations in the travel and tourism sector. Spence's extensive experience in transaction processing and system architecture plays a crucial role in driving the company's initiatives forward.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Spence possesses a strong foundation in computing, with a background in assembler language. His expertise extends to NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB, and event-driven architectures utilizing Kafka. He has substantial knowledge of communications platforms and middleware integration, including proprietary architectures like MQ Series and Message Brokers. His technical skills are complemented by a keen interest in emerging technologies such as Blockchain, Big Data, and Hybrid Cloud.
Background
With over forty years of experience, Stephen Spence has developed a deep understanding of real-time, high-volume continuous operation transaction processing in clustered environments. His career includes substantial international experience, having worked on TPF Systems for various airlines and companies, including Aer Lingus, Egyptair, and KLM. This diverse background equips him with a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and opportunities within the travel technology industry.
Achievements in TPF Systems
Stephen Spence has worked on TPF Family ALCS Systems for numerous airlines, including Aer Lingus, Egyptair, and TAP Air Portugal. His contributions to these systems have enhanced operational efficiencies and transaction processing capabilities. His international experience encompasses a wide variety of TPF Systems, demonstrating his ability to adapt and implement solutions across different organizational contexts.
Interest in Emerging Technologies
Stephen Spence has a keen interest in the application of specialist processors, including crypto and graphics processors. He actively explores the potential of emerging technologies such as Blockchain, Big Data, and Hybrid Cloud. His focus on these areas reflects a commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and their implications for the travel and technology sectors.