Matthew Salt
About Matthew Salt
Matthew Salt is an Engineering Lead specializing in Financial Crime at Starling Bank, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in software engineering, having held various roles at prominent financial institutions, including Citi and Commerzbank AGSS.
Current Role at Starling Bank
Matthew Salt currently serves as the Engineering Lead for Financial Crime at Starling Bank, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on leveraging technology to enhance business value within the financial crime sector. His expertise includes developing systems that address financial crime challenges, ensuring compliance, and improving operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Starling Bank
Matthew worked at Starling Bank as a Senior Software Engineer from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to various software development projects, focusing on improving the bank's technological infrastructure and enhancing software delivery processes.
Professional Background in Financial Services
Matthew has extensive experience in the financial services sector, having worked at multiple institutions. He was a VP Credit Front Office Developer at Citi from 2014 to 2017 and later served as a Senior Software Developer Team Lead from 2018 to 2019. His roles involved developing low latency trading systems and market making solutions, demonstrating his proficiency in financial technology.
Education and Expertise in Theoretical Astrophysics
Matthew studied at Durham University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Theoretical Astrophysics from 2005 to 2008. This educational background provided him with a strong analytical foundation, which he applies in his engineering roles within the financial sector.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Matthew possesses a strong technical skill set, including expertise in implementing CI/CD pipelines to enhance software delivery processes. He is proficient in using Apache Kafka for building real-time data streaming applications. His specialization in financial crime engineering focuses on utilizing technology to improve business outcomes.