Tyler W.
About Tyler W.
Tyler W. is a Senior Engineering Manager with extensive experience in firmware engineering and software development. He has worked at various companies, including VitalConnect and Latch, and has a B.S. in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Current Role at Latch
Tyler W. serves as a Senior Engineering Manager at Latch, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and leads a team focused on firmware development. His responsibilities include managing resources, ensuring project timelines are met, and driving innovation within the engineering department.
Previous Experience at Latch
Prior to his current position, Tyler worked at Latch as a Firmware Manager from 2021 to 2022. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing firmware development processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product functionality. His tenure at Latch contributed to the company's advancements in smart lock technology.
Experience at VitalConnect
Tyler W. has extensive experience at VitalConnect, where he held multiple roles over a span of eight years. He began as a Firmware Engineer from 2012 to 2013, progressed to Staff Firmware Engineer and Manager of Software Engineering from 2018 to 2021. His work focused on firmware engineering, contributing to the development of health monitoring devices.
Educational Background
Tyler studied at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering. His studies, completed from 2005 to 2009, provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career.
Internship Experience
Tyler gained early industry experience through internships at Qualcomm and The Morey Corporation. At Qualcomm, he worked as a Software Engineering Intern from 2009 to 2010 for eight months, followed by a three-month internship at The Morey Corporation in 2008. These roles allowed him to develop practical skills in software engineering and embedded systems.