Rod Reddekopp

Rod Reddekopp is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in the gaming and technology industries. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Blackbird Interactive Inc since May 2021, Rod has previously held significant roles at Oracle Labs from April 2015 to May 2021 as a Consulting Member of Technical Staff, where involvement included developing a machine learning intrusion detection service for Oracle Cloud. Rod's earlier experience encompasses positions as a Senior Software Engineer at Electronic Arts, where contributions were made to various high-profile projects such as UFC and NHL 15, and at Relic Entertainment, focusing on GPU optimizations and particle effect systems. Additional experience includes key development roles at Blue Castle Games on Dead Rising 2 and a long tenure at Electronic Arts beginning in 1993, during which Rod contributed to iconic titles like NHL 94 and NBA Live series. Rod obtained education from The University of British Columbia between 1991 and 1993.