Spencer Carlson
About Spencer Carlson
Spencer Carlson is a Senior Software Engineer at Podium, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology and has extensive experience in software development, specializing in Elixir programming.
Work at Podium
Spencer Carlson has been employed at Podium as a Senior Software Engineer since 2018. His role involves software development with a focus on designing systems that require high availability. Podium, based in Lehi, Utah, is known for its customer communication platform that helps businesses manage their online reputation and customer interactions.
Education and Expertise
Spencer Carlson holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Brigham Young University–Hawaii, studying from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he obtained an Associate of Arts in General Studies from Brigham Young University - Idaho from 2007 to 2010. His expertise includes Elixir programming, particularly in backend development.
Background
Spencer Carlson has a diverse background in software development. He began his career as a Flash AS3 programmer at Enspark for five months in 2011. He then worked as a Computer Science Lab Tutor at Brigham Young University in Merida, Mexico, from 2011 to 2013. Following that, he served as a Software Developer at USAA from 2013 to 2017 in San Antonio, Texas.
Professional Engagement
Spencer Carlson actively engages in both professional and personal software development projects. His commitment to the field is evident through his various roles and responsibilities in software engineering, where he focuses on creating robust and reliable systems.