Lukas Holzer

About Lukas Holzer

Lukas Holzer is a passionate software engineer and autodidact with a strong foundation in graphic and communication design. His journey from creative design to becoming a Staff Software Engineer at Silicon Valley’s Netlify highlights his unique ability to merge creativity with technical expertise. Lukas has a deep interest in cutting-edge technologies, particularly in build systems, deep learning, and neural networks, which he explores through both professional projects and academic work.

Professional Journey

With over a decade of experience, Lukas has held various impactful roles, including:

  • Co-founder at Straion: Pioneering an AI-driven platform for structured decision-making in software engineering.
  • Staff Software Engineer at Netlify: Leading the architecture of high-throughput build systems and implementing AI-driven tools like “why did it fail?” error analysis.
  • Senior Engineer at Dynatrace: Developing serverless runtimes in Rust and spearheading CLI integrations for modern platforms.
  • Founder of Typeflow e.U.: Providing consultancy and training for big german Car Manufacturers, specializing in Bazel Build systems and custom web development solutions.

Speaking Engagements

An engaging speaker, Lukas has shared his expertise at international conferences such as:

  • React Finland 2021: “Automate your stack with GraphQL”
  • Angular Connect: Demonstrating the Sketchmine compiler
  • ViennaJS: Insights on improving JavaScript build times and GraphQL usage.

Passions and Interests

Beyond his technical pursuits, Lukas is an avid competitive tennis player and cyclist, bringing his collaborative spirit to team championships and exploring mountain trails. His diverse experiences and skills allow him to tackle challenges with a balanced perspective of creativity and precision.

Connect with Lukas • LinkedIn • GitHub • Twitter • Website

Lukas continues to shape the future of software engineering, driving innovation and empowering teams with structured, efficient, and impactful decision-making solutions.