Matthias E.
About Matthias E.
Matthias E. serves as the Director of Engineering at SoundHound Inc. since 2018, focusing on software infrastructure and leveraging extensive experience in engineering management across various prominent tech companies.
Work at SoundHound
Matthias E. has served as the Director of Engineering at SoundHound Inc. since 2018. In this role, he focuses on building software infrastructure to enhance the company's technological capabilities. His leadership contributes to the development of innovative solutions that support SoundHound's mission in the audio recognition and search technology space.
Education and Expertise
Matthias E. completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Science at the University of Hagen, Germany, from 1995 to 1998. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in engineering and software development. His expertise includes building scalable distributed systems that cater to millions of users.
Background
Matthias E. has a diverse professional background in engineering management and software development. He began his career as a Software Engineer Intern at IBM, progressing to a Software Engineer role at IBM Almaden Research Center. He later held senior engineering management positions at Yahoo!, A9.com, and Uber, where he honed his skills in leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
Previous Positions
Before joining SoundHound, Matthias E. held several significant roles. He was a Senior Engineering Manager at Uber from 2015 to 2018 and at A9.com from 2012 to 2015. He also served as Director of Engineering at Coupons.com from 2010 to 2012 and as a Senior Engineering Manager at Yahoo! for twelve years, from 1998 to 2010. His varied experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the tech industry.
Achievements
Matthias E. has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and improving internet technologies throughout his career. His work has focused on delivering highly scalable distributed systems, which are essential for applications serving millions of users. His contributions in various leadership roles have played a significant part in advancing the capabilities of the organizations he has worked with.