Aaron Volkmann
About Aaron Volkmann
Aaron Volkmann is the Head of Engineering at HiveWatch, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in software engineering, having held various roles at organizations such as the Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University and Giant Eagle.
Current Role at HiveWatch
Aaron Volkmann serves as the Head of Engineering at HiveWatch, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees engineering operations and leads the development of innovative solutions within the company. His leadership is essential in driving engineering initiatives and ensuring the successful implementation of projects.
Previous Experience at HiveWatch
Prior to his current role, Aaron Volkmann worked at HiveWatch as a Principal Engineer from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Solutions Architect for five months in 2023. His contributions during these roles involved designing and implementing technical solutions that enhanced the company's product offerings.
Career at Carnegie Mellon University
Aaron Volkmann worked at the Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University from 2013 to 2021. He began as a Senior Research Software Engineer for five years before becoming a Software/DevOps Engineer - Team Lead from 2018 to 2021. His work focused on advancing software engineering practices and leading development teams.
Education and Academic Background
Aaron Volkmann earned a Master of Science (MS) in Computer and Information Sciences with a focus on Business Intelligence from Boston University, completing his studies from 2009 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he studied from 1998 to 2001.
Early Career Experience
Aaron Volkmann's early career includes roles at Giant Eagle, where he worked as a Senior Programmer Analyst from 2007 to 2012 and as a Technical Consultant from 2012 to 2013. He also gained experience as a Software Engineer at Kemma Software for one year in 2006-2007.