Bjarki Holm
About Bjarki Holm
Bjarki Holm is the VP of Engineering at Typeset and co-founder of the company, previously known as Dropdeck. He has a strong academic background with a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Cambridge and has held various engineering roles in notable organizations.
Current Role at SamCart
Bjarki Holm serves as the Vice President of Engineering at SamCart, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees engineering operations for Typeset, which is a part of SamCart. His work is based in both Cambridge, England, and Austin, Texas. His leadership focuses on enhancing the engineering capabilities and driving innovation within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Bjarki Holm holds a Master of Advanced Study in Mathematics from the University of Cambridge and a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science from the same institution. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Háskóli Íslands. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software engineering and mathematics.
Professional Background
Bjarki Holm has an extensive professional background in engineering and software development. He worked as a Vice President of Engineering at Lucidworks from 2017 to 2019, contributing to projects in both Cambridge and San Francisco. Prior to that, he held various roles including Research Assistant at the University of Iceland and Senior Software Architect at VYRE. His career also includes founding and leading companies such as Twigkit and Typeset.
Achievements in Software Engineering
Bjarki Holm has co-authored four textbooks on software engineering, contributing to the academic and practical understanding of the field. His experience includes significant roles in various organizations, where he has driven engineering initiatives and led teams. He co-founded Twigkit, which was acquired by Lucidworks, and Typeset, which was acquired by SamCart in 2023.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Throughout his career, Bjarki Holm has held several notable positions. He worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate and College Research Associate at the University of Cambridge from 2010 to 2012. He also served as a Software Engineer at deCODE genetics and VYRE, where he contributed to software development projects. His diverse experiences have shaped his approach to engineering and leadership.