Macmillan Jacobson
About Macmillan Jacobson
Macmillan Jacobson is a Senior Software Engineer at Akkio, where he contributes to optimizing the platform and maintaining code quality. He has a diverse background in data science and software engineering, with previous roles at Biome Analytics and Anaplan, and holds degrees from the University of Michigan and Georgia Institute of Technology.
Work at Akkio
Macmillan Jacobson has been employed at Akkio as a Senior Software Engineer since 2023. In this role, he contributes to optimizing and building critical components of Akkio's platform. His expertise in Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), REST, and API design plays a significant role in the development process. Jacobson is also responsible for maintaining consistency across codebases and processes, which facilitates clear communication of milestones and progress within the team. He is committed to Akkio's mission of democratizing AI and thrives in the dynamic startup environment.
Previous Experience at Biome Analytics
Jacobson held multiple positions at Biome Analytics. He began as a Data Analyst in 2014 for one month, followed by a role as a Data Engineer and ETL Developer in 2018 for six months. He later served as the Director of Data Science from 2020 to 2021 for one year. His diverse experience at Biome Analytics provided him with a solid foundation in data management and analytics, contributing to his overall expertise in the field.
Experience at Anaplan
At Anaplan, Jacobson worked as a Software Engineer from 2016 to 2018 for two years. He also completed a Software Engineering Internship in 2015 for three months. His time at Anaplan allowed him to develop skills in software engineering and gain practical experience in a corporate environment, which contributed to his professional growth.
Education and Expertise
Jacobson earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mathematics and Computer Science Engineering from the University of Michigan College of Engineering, studying from 2012 to 2016. He later pursued a Master of Science (MS) in Industrial Engineering with a specialization in Statistics at the Georgia Institute of Technology from 2022 to 2023. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering and data science.
Leadership Experience
During his time at the University of Michigan, Jacobson served as President of the Chi Phi Fraternity from 2014 to 2015. This leadership role provided him with experience in managing teams and fostering collaboration among members, skills that are valuable in his current professional endeavors.