Scott Blum
About Scott Blum
Scott Blum is a Staff Software Engineer with extensive experience in the software industry, currently working at Fullstory and The Apache Software Foundation. He has contributed to various projects over a career spanning more than two decades, including roles at Intel, Google, and Microsoft.
Work at FullStory
Scott Blum has served as a Staff Software Engineer at FullStory since 2015. His role involves contributing to the development and enhancement of FullStory's digital experience analytics platform. With nearly a decade of experience at the company, he plays a significant part in ensuring the platform meets the needs of its users. FullStory focuses on providing insights into user interactions, enabling businesses to optimize their digital experiences.
Current Role at The Apache Software Foundation
Scott Blum has been an Apache Curator Committer at The Apache Software Foundation since 2014. In this capacity, he contributes to the Apache Curator project, which provides tools for managing Apache ZooKeeper. Additionally, he has been involved as an Apache Lucene and Solr Committer since 2016, focusing on the development and maintenance of these widely used search libraries. His work supports the open-source community and enhances the functionality of these critical software tools.
Professional Background
Scott Blum has a diverse professional background in software engineering. He began his career as a Software Engineer Intern at Microsoft in 1998. He then worked at Appforge, Inc. as a Senior Software Engineer from 2000 to 2005. Following that, he spent seven years at Google as a Staff Software Engineer, contributing to various projects. He later worked at Square for three years before joining FullStory. His experience spans multiple leading technology companies.
Education and Expertise
Scott Blum earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 1996 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in software engineering. His expertise includes software development, project management, and contributions to open-source projects, particularly within the Apache Software Foundation.