Matthew Purland
About Matthew Purland
Matthew Purland is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and technical leadership. He has worked for various companies, including Klout, Sweep, and Credit Karma, and has a strong background in agile methodologies and open source projects.
Work at Credit Karma
Matthew Purland has been employed at Credit Karma as a Senior Software Engineer since 2016. His role involves utilizing agile methodologies and design patterns to enhance software development processes. He has contributed to various projects and initiatives within the company, leveraging his extensive experience in technical leadership and software engineering.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his tenure at Credit Karma, Matthew Purland held several positions in software engineering. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Klout for one year before its acquisition by Lithium Technologies. He also served as a Founding Senior Engineer at Sweep for two years and briefly as a Software Engineer at Affirm. His diverse experience includes roles at Wells Fargo, Webtab, Inc., and Vinfolio, where he developed mobile applications and contributed to software solutions.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Purland studied Computer Science and Mathematics at the University of Minnesota from 2009 to 2012. He has developed expertise in object-oriented analysis and design, including the creation of use cases, activity diagrams, sequence diagrams, and class diagrams. His educational background supports his technical skills in software development and project management.
Leadership and Open Source Contributions
Matthew actively participates in several key open source projects, where he holds leadership roles. His involvement includes managing processes, conducting requirements analysis, and providing technical assessments. He has experience in training and mentoring a team of 20 developers, emphasizing code review and best practices in software engineering.
Career Progression and Roles
Matthew Purland's career spans various roles in software engineering and development. He began as an Independent Consultant at RepHunter.net and Albinson Reprographics, later progressing to software engineering positions at the Minnesota Department of Human Services and Sierra Bravo Corporation. His career reflects a consistent focus on software development and technical leadership across multiple organizations.