Dr. Johannes Matheis 2026 candidate
Senior Director, Vector Informatik GmbH
Nominee for Contributing Member representative
My experience with the Eclipse IDE extends back to my university studies in computer science. I first worked with version 2.x of the IDE while at the startup company aquintos to build the software tool PREEvision. After the integration of aquintos into the Vector group, Vector Informatik became a member of the Eclipse Foundation. Through the years I have enjoyed the opportunity to contribute to the Eclipse IDE Working Group as a Platinum Member Representative from Vector. Vector is also a Strategic Member of the Software Defined Vehicle Working Group.
Over the years, I have participated in the first OCX, various Eclipse Cons and Eclipse Demo Camps and followed the evolution of the Eclipse IDE and the Eclipse Foundation firsthand. I also had the chance to support the Program Committees of OCX24 and OCX26. Since April 2023 I have also served, on your behalf, as a Contributing Member Representative of the Eclipse Board of Directors.
email: Johannes.Matheis at vector.com
Vision
My vision for the Eclipse Foundation is to support the further growth of the organization so that it may continue to promote opportunities for open-source collaboration worldwide. I would like to introduce three areas of focus that would support this vision.
Strengthening the open-source concept
I would like to expand the awareness of the open-source model among companies and public policymakers by highlighting the benefits of open-source membership and joint work for mutually beneficial goals. These potential contributors should understand the distinctive work atmosphere found in an open-source environment and the need for contribution and funding of open-source work.
Intensify working group collaboration
Given the large and growing number of working groups in the Eclipse Foundation, coordination and collaboration are critical. Creating practical and natural opportunities for collaboration where all members can interact and learn from one another benefits all our initiatives. These efforts will magnify the value the Eclipse Foundation brings to its member companies.
Secure Eclipse IDE's position as a vital part of the Eclipse Foundation
The Eclipse IDE, as the namesake and core of the Eclipse Foundation, has much to offer. The benefits should clearly be emphasized to secure the future of a vendor neutral IDE.
I believe Eclipse IDE has an outstanding community. Which delivers great value to developers and businesses. The Eclipse platform is used as a basis in so many different applications all over the world. To ensure the ongoing enhancements it is necessary to provide sufficient funding and manpower, both of which I would like to help secure.
I would be very happy to continue serving on the Eclipse Board of Directors on your behalf!
Thank you!
About the candidate
Johannes is a Senior Director Software Engineering at Vector Informatik GmbH. He studied computer science in Karlsruhe and graduated with a diploma in Computer Science in 2004. While working as a developer in the start-up aquintos he completed his PhD at Karlsruher Institute for Technology (KIT). His areas of special interest include agile working methods, leadership of high-performance teams, and model-based software engineering.
As Senior Director Software Engineering at Vector Informatik, he is currently involved in the development of an innovative product.
Vector's more than 4500 employees at 33 locations worldwide support manufacturers and suppliers in the automotive and related industries with tools, software components and services for developing embedded systems.
Apart from his job, he enjoys spending time with his family and loves to travel.