Scott Walters
About Scott Walters
Scott Walters is an Engineering Manager at Motion, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in software engineering, with experience at companies such as Microsoft, Playground AI, and Mighty.
Work at Motion
Scott Walters has been serving as Engineering Manager at Motion since 2023. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and teams, focusing on enhancing productivity and efficiency. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Motion for one month earlier in 2023. His experience at Motion reflects his commitment to advancing engineering practices within the organization.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Motion, Scott Walters held various software engineering roles. He worked at Playground AI as a Software Engineer - Product for six months in 2023. His tenure at Microsoft spanned four years, where he held multiple positions, including Software Engineer and Software Engineer 2, from 2015 to 2019 and 2019 to 2021, respectively. Additionally, he served as Engineering Manager - Windows at Mighty for four months in 2022 and as a Software Engineer at Mighty for one year from 2021 to 2022.
Educational Background
Scott Walters earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. During his time at the university, he also contributed as a Course Assistant for CS 125 and as a Course Moderator for CS 242, gaining valuable teaching and mentoring experience.
Technical Expertise
Scott Walters possesses expertise in cross-platform desktop application development and operating system development. He is proficient in modern web technologies, including React.JS with Hooks and Tailwind CSS. His strong skills in C++ include experience with Win32 and some Chromium development. Scott is recognized for his ability to simplify complex technical concepts, making them accessible to a broader audience.
Professional Skills and Focus
Scott Walters emphasizes remote and asynchronous work to enhance productivity for developers. He is known for his organizational skills and methodical approach to problem-solving. His specialization includes reducing project scope to identify the minimal shippable product that can create a significant impact. Scott demonstrates grit and determination in his professional endeavors.