Matt Engstrom
About Matt Engstrom
Matt Engstrom serves as the Director of Technology Agility at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2017. With a background in mathematics and extensive experience in technology and software engineering, he focuses on enhancing organizational practices to improve efficiency and adaptability.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Matt Engstrom currently serves as the Director of Technology Agility at Thomson Reuters. He has held this position since 2017 and operates in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. In this role, he focuses on promoting technology agility within the organization, aligning initiatives with the company's strategic goals. His work emphasizes the importance of shifting the agility conversation to the left, which involves a transition from mindset to values, principles, and practices.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Engstrom worked at Thomson Reuters for a total of 18 years, from 1995 to 2013. During his tenure, he held the position of Director of Technology. His long-standing experience in this role contributed to his deep understanding of technology and its application within the organization. This background has informed his current focus on technology agility.
Experience at Elsevier Clinical Solutions
From 2013 to 2017, Matt Engstrom served as the Manager of Software Engineering at Elsevier Clinical Solutions in Woodbury, Minnesota. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing software engineering projects and managing teams to enhance product development and delivery.
Consulting Role at Experis
In 2017, Engstrom briefly worked as a Professional Consultant in Software Engineering at Experis. This position lasted for four months and involved a project with BestBuy in Richfield, Minnesota. His experience in consulting further broadened his expertise in software engineering and technology practices.
Educational Background
Matt Engstrom studied at the University of Minnesota, where he earned a Bachelor of Mathematics degree. His studies spanned from 1987 to 1992, providing him with a strong foundation in mathematical principles that support his work in technology and software engineering.
Teaching Experience
Before entering the technology sector, Engstrom worked as a Secondary Mathematics Teacher at New Life Academy in Woodbury, Minnesota. He held this position from 1992 to 1995, where he taught mathematics to high school students, contributing to their academic development.