Mark Van Landingham
About Mark Van Landingham
Mark Van Landingham is an Engineering Manager at Discourse, where he has worked since 2024. He has a diverse background in software development, having held positions at various companies and a passion for problem-solving and open-source contributions.
Work at Discourse
Mark Van Landingham serves as the Engineering Manager at Discourse, a role he has held since 2024. His responsibilities include overseeing engineering projects and managing development teams. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Discourse from 2023 to 2024, contributing to various software development initiatives.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Discourse, Mark held several positions in the software development field. He worked at Headway - Design & Development as a Software Developer for four months in 2019. He also spent two years at Brand New Box, LLC as a Software Developer from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he was employed at HappyCo as a Senior Software Engineer for one year from 2022 to 2023 and worked at Civilized Discourse Construction Kit, Inc. for three years as a Software Developer from 2019 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Mark Van Landingham studied Computer Science at The University of Kansas, where he completed most of the requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career as a software engineer, where he has developed expertise in various programming and development practices.
Personal Interests
In addition to his professional career, Mark is a musician and enjoys engaging in problem-solving activities. He values contributing to a company that supports open source initiatives. Mark is also a father of three, balancing his family life with his professional commitments.