Sam Garfield
About Sam Garfield
Sam Garfield is a Technical Lead and Senior Software Engineer II at EnergyHub, with a diverse background in software engineering and robotics, and a strong academic foundation in computer science and mechanical engineering.
Current Roles at EnergyHub
Sam Garfield currently serves as a Technical Lead and a Senior Software Engineer II at EnergyHub. In this capacity, he led a team that developed new energy management software. His role emphasizes his expertise in software engineering and leadership within the energy sector.
Previous Experience at ActiveCampaign
Sam Garfield worked at ActiveCampaign in various roles. His positions included Senior Software Engineer for 4 months in 2022, Software Engineer III from 2021 to 2022, and Software Engineer II from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at ActiveCampaign culminated in receiving the 'Employee of the Year' award in 2021.
Technical Experience and Roles
Before joining EnergyHub and ActiveCampaign, Sam Garfield held several technical roles. He was a Programmer Analyst at Oracle | Datalogix from 2016 to 2019, a Software Engineer at XVIVO Perfusion AB from 2015 to 2016, and a Web Development Intern at MBTA in 2013. Notably, he also worked at Honeybee Robotics, where he managed and contributed to various robotics projects, including those for NASA and the military.
Educational Background
Sam Garfield holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science from Tufts University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he has a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado, with research focusing on Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) for Ultracold Atom Optics.
Professional Contributions and Speaking Engagements
Sam Garfield has made notable contributions to the field through presentations and panel discussions. He presented a paper on energy-efficient software solutions at the 2023 IEEE Conference and participated in a panel discussion on sustainable technology at the 2022 GreenTech Summit. Additionally, he has contributed to an open-source project focused on improving smart grid technology.
Certifications and Volunteer Work
Sam Garfield holds a certification in Advanced Software Architecture from the Software Engineering Institute. Beyond his professional achievements, he volunteers as a mentor for the Chicago Tech Academy, assisting high school students with their coding projects.