Matthew Holiday
About Matthew Holiday
Matthew Holiday is a Staff Software Engineer at The New York Times, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in software development, particularly in multi-threaded and distributed systems, and has held various engineering roles at companies such as NetApp SolidFire and Tekelec.
Work at The New York Times
Matthew Holiday has been employed at The New York Times as a Staff Software Engineer since 2021. He previously held the position of Senior Software Engineer at the same organization from 2020 to 2021, working remotely. His role involves developing software solutions that support the publication's digital infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Holiday studied Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas, where he pursued a PhD (incomplete) from 2007 to 2012. He also earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Colorado Boulder between 1989 and 1991. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from West Coast University and a Bachelor of Arts in German from the University of Colorado Boulder. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in software development, particularly in multi-threaded and distributed systems.
Professional Background
Matthew Holiday has a diverse professional background in software engineering. He worked at NetApp SolidFire as a Senior Software Engineer from 2012 to 2016 and at Cardinal Peak from 2017 to 2020 in the same capacity. Prior to these roles, he served as a Principal Engineer at Tekelec from 1999 to 2004 and at Tektronix Communications from 2005 to 2012. His career also includes service as a Lieutenant in the US Navy from 1984 to 1989.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Matthew Holiday has extensive experience in developing software for server and mobile applications. He specializes in designing algorithms and developing tools for data analysis and information retrieval. His technical skills include a strong background in replication and fault-tolerant systems, particularly in network protocols and database management. He has a deep understanding of Unix/Linux and OS X/iOS systems, as well as proprietary real-time operating systems.
Leadership and Development Practices
Matthew Holiday has been involved in lean and agile development practices for 14 years. He has experience leading and managing small teams, demonstrating his capability in fostering collaborative environments for software development. His ability to build significant pieces of software typically developed by small teams highlights his individual contribution and expertise in the field.