Matthew Burton
About Matthew Burton
Matthew Burton is an Embedded Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and engineering roles, including positions at Tesla and Zipline. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Dartmouth College and a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Colby College.
Work at Fly Zipline
Matthew Burton has been employed at Zipline as an Embedded Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing software solutions that enhance the company's drone delivery systems. His experience in embedded systems and software engineering supports Zipline's mission to provide critical medical supplies through innovative logistics.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Burton holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth, which he completed from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics from Colby College, studying there from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both engineering principles and mathematical analysis.
Professional Experience
Matthew Burton has extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in embedded systems. He worked at Tesla from 2018 to 2022, where he served as both a Software Engineer and a Senior Software Engineer. His responsibilities included owning firmware for DC-DC power converters and contributing to functional safety and thermal management ECUs. Prior to Tesla, he held various positions, including Embedded Software Test Engineer and Embedded Software Engineer at Motiv Power Systems, and Research Assistant at Dartmouth College.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before his current position at Zipline, Matthew Burton held several roles that contributed to his expertise in software engineering. He worked as a Machine Shop Teaching Assistant at Thayer School of Engineering, a Computer Science Lab Assistant, and a Mathematics Tutor at Colby College. His early career also included an internship at Linear Technology as an Applications Engineering Intern, where he gained valuable industry experience.
Skills and Contributions
Matthew Burton has developed a robust skill set in embedded software engineering, particularly in the areas of firmware development and functional safety. His contributions at Tesla included significant projects related to power conversion and metering, which are critical for electric vehicle performance. His technical skills are complemented by his background in mathematics, enhancing his analytical capabilities in engineering tasks.