Matt Ross
About Matt Ross
Matt Ross is the Director of Software Engineering at Asurion, with a background in software architecture and development, and a history of leadership roles in various technology companies.
Director Of Software Engineering at Asurion
Matt Ross has been serving as the Director of Software Engineering at Asurion since 2022. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, he leads engineering initiatives to drive software development and innovation within the organization. His role encompasses directing engineering teams, fostering an environment of collaboration and technical excellence, and ensuring that software products meet high standards of quality and performance.
Previous Roles at Asurion
Before becoming Director, Matt Ross held several significant positions at Asurion. From 2021 to 2022, he was the Senior Engineering Manager, Technical Lead, where he oversaw engineering projects and guided technical direction for the team. Additionally, he served as Senior Software Engineer, Technical Lead, and Manager from 2018 to 2021. In these roles, he was instrumental in managing hybrid teams, leading technical initiatives, and implementing best practices in software engineering.
Experience at The General® and Discover Financial Services
Matt Ross brings a wealth of experience from his previous positions, including a role as Software Architect at The General® from 2017 to 2018, and various roles at Discover Financial Services. Between 2010 and 2017, he served as a Senior Programmer, Senior Web Developer, and Value Stream Architect at Discover in Riverwoods, IL. His work at Discover included developing web applications, architecting software solutions, and enhancing value streams within the company's software engineering processes.
Education in Computer Science
Matt Ross holds advanced degrees in Computer Science. He earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from DePaul University, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Illinois Wesleyan University, graduating in 2006. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his technical expertise and career in software engineering.
Key Initiatives and Contributions
Matt Ross has played a key role in several initiatives at Asurion. He served on the Hackathon Committee for over two years, contributing to the development of Asurion's hackathon program. He organized a Security Squad tiger team to address security vulnerabilities, achieving a burndown rate of 375 vulnerabilities per month. Additionally, Ross delivered a platform evolution project, which included a native app rewrite and enhanced application resiliency, improving assessment scores by over 10 points. He has been actively involved in defining operational practices to enhance efficiency and compliance within the organization.