Dave Gardner

Dave Gardner has a strong background in architecture, technology, and engineering. Dave currently holds the position of Senior Director Architecture and Engineering at Sony Interactive Entertainment since June 2022. Prior to that, they served as the Chief Technology Officer at Alfi, Inc from October 2021 to June 2022.

From April 2019 to September 2021, Dave worked at Lenovo as the Global Architect / Director in the Digital Transformation Office. In this role, they led the design, deployment, and modernization of global sales and marketing architecture and processes, with a focus on data system architecture, modeling, and governance processes support.

Before joining Lenovo, Dave held various positions at Sogeti from May 2015 to April 2019, including the Director of Software Development and Integration Practice. Dave was responsible for leading software development and integration projects.

From May 2014 to April 2015, Dave worked at Dell as the Distinguished Engineer and Chief Architect for Dell Commerce Services Group. Dave led a team of 80+ people responsible for delivering commerce storefront APIs and technology. Dave also influenced technology and architecture across the entire Dell Commerce Services Group.

In addition, Dave served as the Chief Technologist at Texas MultiGun from 2011 to 2013, where they led technology initiatives. Dave also held various roles at Dell, including IT Director of eDell Online Product Engineering from May 2012 to February 2013, and Enterprise Architect from November 2010 to January 2012.

Dave's earlier career includes roles at Neudesic as the Texas Portals and Collaboration Lead from May 2008 to April 2010, and at AMD as the IT Architecture Manager, responsible for developing and designing the Fusion Partner Portal extranet system.

Overall, Dave Gardner has extensive experience in architecture, technology, and engineering, with a focus on leading teams, designing and implementing systems, and driving digital transformation initiatives.

From 1992 to 1994, Dave Gardner attended American River College, where they pursued a degree in Computer Science. Dave completed a two-year program at the college during this time.