Matt Hanselman
About Matt Hanselman
Matt Hanselman serves as the VP of Engineering at Akkio, bringing extensive experience in leading engineering teams and developing complex SaaS products across various industries. He holds degrees in Computer Engineering and Computer Science from the University of Michigan and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, respectively.
Current Role at Akkio
Matt Hanselman serves as the VP of Engineering at Akkio, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on leading engineering initiatives and driving the development of innovative solutions. His responsibilities include overseeing engineering teams and ensuring the successful implementation of projects that align with the company's goals.
Previous Experience in Engineering Leadership
Prior to joining Akkio, Matt Hanselman held several key engineering leadership positions. He worked at Markforged as Director of Software Engineering from 2019 to 2021, and later as Senior Director of Software Engineering from 2021 to 2023. His experience also includes roles at Kyruus, where he served as Director of Engineering and Senior Director of Engineering, and at Endeca, where he was a Software Engineering Manager and Senior Software Engineering Manager.
Educational Background
Matt Hanselman studied Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE). He furthered his education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in engineering and technology.
Expertise in SaaS and AI Solutions
Matt Hanselman has extensive experience in leading the development of complex Software as a Service (SaaS) products and distributed systems across various industries, including finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. He specializes in building and scaling high-performing engineering teams and focuses on creating user-friendly AI platforms that facilitate the rapid deployment of AI solutions.
Career Timeline
Matt Hanselman's career includes significant roles at various companies. He worked at Telenav as Site Lead from 2013 to 2014, and at Altisource Technology as Senior Software Engineering Manager from 2014 to 2017. His tenure at Kyruus spanned from 2017 to 2019, and he was with Endeca from 2010 to 2013. His diverse experience reflects a strong trajectory in engineering leadership.