Alex Walz
About Alex Walz
Alex Walz is a Senior Software Engineer currently working at Podium in Lehi, Utah. He has a background in software development, having previously held managerial roles at Instructure and co-founding an MLM company where he learned essential coding skills.
Work at Podium
Alex Walz has been employed at Podium since 2021, currently holding the position of Senior Software Engineer. His role involves developing software solutions that enhance customer engagement and streamline communication for businesses. Prior to this position, he served as Lead Software Engineer at Podium from 2019 to 2021. During his time at Podium, he has contributed to various projects that focus on improving user experience and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Instructure
Before joining Podium, Alex Walz worked at Instructure for a total of three years. He held the position of Manager, Content Migrations from 2016 to 2018, where he oversaw the migration of educational content to new platforms. Following this role, he transitioned to Manager, Technical Services from 2018 to 2019, where he managed technical support and service delivery. His experience at Instructure provided him with valuable insights into the educational technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Alex Walz studied at the University of Utah, focusing on web development from 2017 to 2018. This educational background equipped him with foundational skills in programming languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. His early exposure to coding began when he co-founded an MLM company named Kivia at the age of 19, where he learned to build custom software solutions out of necessity.
Background in Software Development
Alex Walz transitioned into the software as a service (SaaS) industry by starting as a technical support engineer. This role allowed him to immerse himself in a community of professionals and accelerate his learning in software development. His interest in coding was sparked by developing a custom tracking system using Excel while working in a retail environment in Salt Lake City.