Michael Donahue
About Michael Donahue
Michael Donahue is a Staff Software Engineer and Product Manager at Candidate Labs, where he has led significant projects including the transition to a new recruiting platform and the implementation of a product analytics system. He has a diverse background in software engineering, having previously worked at LendingClub, DoorDash, and FactSet Research Systems.
Work at Candidate Labs
Michael Donahue currently serves as a Staff Software Engineer and Product Manager at Candidate Labs, a position he has held since 2021. He led the transition from the company's 1.0 recruiting platform to the 2.0 platform, managing a team of four engineers and one product designer. In this role, he also implemented the company's product analytics system by championing the Object Action Framework and integrating tools such as Segment, Amplitude, and Looker. Additionally, he became a member of the Leadership Team, recognized for his strategic and tactical execution. He was one of three individuals to receive the Founders Award for outstanding contributions.
Previous Experience at LendingClub
Michael Donahue worked at LendingClub in various capacities from 2016 to 2019. He began as an Associate Software Engineer on the Internal Platform Team for four months in 2016. He then advanced to a Senior Software Engineer role on the UI Tools Team from 2018 to 2019, where he worked for nine months. In between, he was part of the Personal Loans Team as a Software Engineer for one year from 2017 to 2018. His time at LendingClub provided him with extensive experience in software engineering within the financial technology sector.
Experience at FactSet Research Systems
Michael Donahue worked as a Data Consultant at FactSet Research Systems from 2010 to 2015. During this five-year tenure, he developed skills in data analysis and consulting, contributing to the company's data-driven solutions. His experience at FactSet laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in software engineering and product management.
Education and Expertise
Michael Donahue studied Computer Software Engineering at Hack Reactor, where he achieved fluency in JavaScript. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Finance and Financial Management Services from Bryant University. His educational background combines technical expertise in software development with a solid foundation in finance, equipping him for roles in technology and product management.
Role at DoorDash
In 2019, Michael Donahue briefly worked as a Senior Software Engineer at DoorDash for four months. This role added to his experience in the tech industry, particularly in the fast-paced environment of food delivery services. His time at DoorDash contributed to his understanding of software engineering in a consumer-focused application.