Mike Schutte
About Mike Schutte
Mike Schutte is a Product Engineer currently working at Govly in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He has a diverse background in software engineering and teaching, with previous roles at companies such as TED Conferences and Process Street, and a strong educational foundation in sociology and environmental science.
Work at Govly
Mike Schutte currently serves as a Product Engineer at Govly, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves developing applications that enhance user productivity and collaborating with design and product teams to ensure the applications are both functional and visually appealing. His experience in product engineering allows him to effectively bridge the gap between conceptual ideas and their real-world applications.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Govly, Mike Schutte accumulated extensive experience in software development. He worked as a Senior Front-end Engineer II at Process Street from 2021 to 2023 and previously held the position of Senior Front-end Engineer at the same company from 2020 to 2021. His earlier roles include Front-End Engineer at TED Conferences and Software Developer at Quikly, where he contributed to various projects aimed at improving user experience.
Teaching and Mentoring Roles
Mike Schutte has a background in education and mentoring. He served as a Volunteer Teaching Assistant at TEALSK12 from 2018 to 2019 and worked as a Teaching Assistant at Turing School of Software & Design in 2017. Additionally, he was an Assistant Instructor at Turing School for one month in 2017. These roles reflect his commitment to sharing knowledge and supporting the development of others in the field.
Education and Academic Background
Mike Schutte has a diverse educational background. He earned a Master’s Degree in Sociology from Indiana University Bloomington from 2015 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and Environmental Science from the University of Denver, completed between 2010 and 2014. Furthermore, he studied Back-End Engineering at Turing School of Software & Design from 2016 to 2017 and participated in study abroad programs focused on Marine Resource Studies and Patagonian Ecosystems.
Skills and Professional Interests
Mike Schutte has a passion for bridging the gap between conceptual ideas and their real-world implementation. He focuses on creating applications that enhance user productivity. His collaborative approach involves working closely with design and product teams to develop applications that are both aesthetically pleasing and resilient, demonstrating his commitment to quality in software development.