Benjamin Hodge
About Benjamin Hodge
Benjamin Hodge is a Sr Engineering Manager at Lessen with a diverse background in software engineering and management roles at companies like Microsoft, GoDaddy, and PayPal, as well as military service in the Army National Guard.
Sr Engineering Manager at Lessen
Benjamin Hodge is currently serving as the Sr Engineering Manager at Lessen. He began working at the company in 2022. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and manages engineering teams, ensuring the successful delivery of technology solutions. His responsibilities may include strategic planning, project management, and team leadership.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Before joining Lessen, Benjamin Hodge worked at Microsoft as a Sr Software Engineer from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at Microsoft, based in Redmond, Washington, lasted for one year. During this time, he was involved in significant software engineering projects and contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the technology space.
Software Development Manager at GoDaddy
Benjamin Hodge held various roles at GoDaddy, including Manager Software Development for PKI from 2020 to 2021 and Software Engineer IV for PKI from 2019 to 2020. Based in Kirkland, Washington, he was responsible for managing software development teams and ensuring the integrity and security of Public Key Infrastructure systems.
Extensive Tenure at PayPal
Benjamin Hodge has a substantial history with PayPal, where he worked in multiple roles from 2007 to 2019. His positions included Business Process Analyst, Risk Analyst, Sr Risk Analyst, and Manager of Software Development. Over his 12-year tenure, he contributed significantly to risk analysis, fraud prevention, and software development, primarily in Scottsdale, Arizona, and Omaha, Nebraska.
Education in Computer and Information Systems Security
Benjamin Hodge earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance from Western Governors University, studying from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he studied Software Development and achieved a CIS degree from Bellevue University from 2009 to 2013. His educational background has equipped him with strong foundations in software engineering and cybersecurity.