Matthew Caughman
About Matthew Caughman
Matthew Caughman is a Senior Application Engineer at HackerOne, with a decade of experience at IBM as an Advisory Software Engineer. He holds a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and has three patents in information security and technology.
Work at HackerOne
Matthew Caughman has been employed at HackerOne as a Senior Application Engineer since 2022. His role involves developing and maintaining applications that enhance the company's cybersecurity offerings. Based in Houston, Texas, he contributes to projects that align with HackerOne's mission to improve security through collaboration and innovation.
Previous Experience at IBM
Prior to his current position, Matthew worked at IBM as an Advisory Software Engineer from 2012 to 2022. During his ten years in the Houston, Texas area, he focused on software development and engineering solutions that addressed complex technical challenges. His experience at IBM provided him with a solid foundation in software engineering practices.
Education and Expertise
Matthew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, which he completed from 2008 to 2012. He also has a high school diploma from Jersey Village High School, obtained between 2004 and 2008. His educational background supports his professional coding competencies in languages such as C, Python, and Java.
Research Assistant Role
In 2011, Matthew served as a Research Assistant at the University of Texas at Austin for a duration of two months. This role allowed him to engage in research activities that contributed to his understanding of engineering principles and practices within an academic setting.
Patents and Innovations
Matthew Caughman holds three patents in the fields of information security and technology. These patents reflect his contributions to advancements in the industry and demonstrate his commitment to innovation within the technology sector.