Morten Bentsen
About Morten Bentsen
Morten Bentsen is a software engineer with extensive experience in backend development and a strong background in various programming languages and technologies. He has held positions at several companies, including Configit, Medtronic, and Ashby, and holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Copenhagen.
Work at Ashby
Morten Bentsen has been working as a Software Engineer at Ashby since 2021. His role involves backend development and contributing to the overall software architecture. He has expressed appreciation for the high level of team collaboration and trust within the organization. Bentsen focuses on knowledge sharing, documentation, and the distribution of decisions to enhance team efficiency. His work includes building scalable solutions and integrating various technologies to improve functionality.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Ashby, Morten Bentsen held several positions in software development. He worked at Configit as a Principal Software Developer and Tech Lead from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he was a Software Developer at Radiometer from 2014 to 2016 and at Ankiro from 2008 to 2014. His early career included a role as a Student Assistant at Medtronic / Trivirix from 2003 to 2005. This diverse experience has equipped him with a broad skill set in software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Morten Bentsen studied Computer Science at Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen, where he earned both a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree. His academic journey spanned from 2002 to 2010. Bentsen has developed expertise in various programming languages and technologies, including C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and C++. He is proficient in frameworks such as ASP.NET Core and Node.js, and has experience with modern web technologies like React, gRPC, and GraphQL.
Technical Skills and Technologies
Morten Bentsen possesses a wide range of technical skills, particularly in backend development. He is experienced in database management systems, including Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, and Postgres. Additionally, he is skilled in using cloud platforms such as AWS, Heroku, and Azure. His expertise extends to API development and building scalable, performant solutions. Bentsen has also contributed to process improvements, such as introducing a new collaboration method in the spec-writing phase and developing an integration for background checks using Checkr.