Michael Street, Ph.D.
About Michael Street, Ph.D.
Michael Street, Ph.D., is a software engineer with extensive experience in blockchain technology and full stack development. He has held various positions, including Lead Software Engineer at theCut and Chief Technology Officer at Aligned Development Strategies, and currently works at Chainlink Labs.
Work at Chainlink Labs
Michael Street has been employed at Chainlink Labs as a Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he focuses on software engineering within the blockchain sector, contributing to the development of decentralized systems and blockchain technology. His work involves leveraging his expertise in programming languages and frameworks to enhance the functionality and efficiency of blockchain applications.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current position, Michael Street held several roles in software engineering. He served as Lead Software Engineer (Web) at theCut from 2020 to 2021, and as Full Stack Engineer at Upside Business Travel from 2019 to 2020. He also worked as Senior Full Stack Engineer at Upside Business Travel for a brief period in 2020. His experience includes leadership roles, such as Director of Research at Pattern r+d and Chief Technology Officer at Aligned Development Strategies, Incorporated.
Education and Expertise
Michael Street holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He also earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Building Technology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 2011 to 2013, and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Morehouse College from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, he completed a Full Stack Web Development Certification at freeCodeCamp from 2016 to 2017.
Research and Specialization
Michael Street specializes in blockchain technology and has a strong focus on software engineering within this field. His research interests include blockchains and decentralized systems. He is proficient in various programming languages, including Go, React, and NodeJs, which he utilizes in his work to develop innovative solutions in the blockchain sector.
Founding Black Men Code, Inc.
Michael Street is the Founder and Director of Black Men Code, Inc., an organization he led from 2015 to 2020. This initiative aims to promote diversity in technology by providing resources and support for underrepresented groups in the field of computer science and software engineering. His involvement in this organization reflects his commitment to fostering inclusivity in the tech industry.