Philip M.
About Philip M.
Philip M. is the Co-Founder and CTO of Finnix, a role he has held since 2022 in Jakarta, Indonesia. He has a diverse background in software engineering, with previous positions at companies such as Bloomberg LP, Amazon Web Services, and Booking.com.
Work at Finnix
Currently, Philip M. serves as Co-Founder and CTO at Finnix, a position he has held since 2022. The company is part of the Y Combinator Winter 2022 batch and operates out of Jakarta, Indonesia. In this role, he focuses on leveraging technology to address real-world problems, contributing to the company's mission and growth.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Philip M. has a diverse background in software engineering, with significant roles at various companies. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Bloomberg LP from 2020 to 2022 in London, England. Prior to that, he was a Software Engineer at Booking.com for one year in the Amsterdam Area. His experience also includes a brief tenure as a Fractional CTO at Toptal and as an ODF Fellow at On Deck in 2021.
Career at Carousell
Philip M. held multiple positions at Carousell, where he worked from 2016 to 2018. He served as a Senior Software Engineer 2 on the Ads Platform and previously as a Software Development Engineer focusing on Trust & Safety. His contributions involved developing technology solutions for various applications, enhancing the platform's functionality.
Educational Background
Philip M. earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Universitas Katolik Parahyangan, completing his studies from 2010 to 2014. He also participated in the Y Combinator program, achieving the W22 designation, which further solidified his entrepreneurial and technical skills.
Technical Expertise and Interests
Philip M. has a strong interest in solving real-world problems through technology. His expertise spans developing solutions for payment systems, chat applications, spam detection, and marketplaces. His work experience across international locations has equipped him with a broad perspective on software engineering challenges and innovations.