Justin Morris
About Justin Morris
Justin Morris serves as the Director of Engineering at Atomic, leading various engineering teams since 2021. He has previously held positions at Verisys Corporation, Vivint Solar, and School Improvement Network, and has a background in Geography and Geographic Information Systems from Weber State University.
Work at Atomic
Justin Morris has served as the Director of Engineering at Atomic since 2021. In this role, he leads various engineering teams, including product engineering, data science, and site reliability engineering (SRE). His responsibilities include guiding technical design, overseeing iterative product development, and ensuring effective testing and deployment processes. He collaborates with multiple departments, including product, sales, customer success, and compliance, to align product development with the company's strategic goals. Justin focuses on fostering a culture that enables engineering teams to excel and achieve their best work.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Atomic, Justin Morris held several key positions in software engineering. He worked as a Software Engineering Manager at Verisys Corporation from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he served as a Software Engineering Manager at Vivint Solar for four years, from 2016 to 2020. His earlier roles include Senior Software Architect and Senior Software Engineer / Team Lead at School Improvement Network, where he worked from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he spent six years at Weber County as a Software Engineer / GIS Programmer / Land Use Planner from 2006 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Justin Morris earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Weber State University, where he studied Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Land Use Planning, and Cartography from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software engineering and technical leadership. This knowledge supports his ability to lead diverse engineering teams and manage complex projects effectively.
Leadership and Team Development
In his role as Director of Engineering, Justin Morris emphasizes the importance of creating a culture that allows engineering teams to perform at their highest potential. He is committed to guiding teams through technical design and development processes, while also focusing on continuous integration and continuous deployment practices. His leadership style encourages collaboration and innovation, which are essential for achieving career-best work among team members.