Marc Schmidt
About Marc Schmidt
Marc Schmidt serves as the Vice President of Software Development at ThreatLocker, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in software development and management, having previously worked at SOTAX Group in various roles over a span of several years.
Work at ThreatLocker
Marc Schmidt currently serves as the Vice President of Software Development at ThreatLocker, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he oversees software development initiatives and contributes to the company's strategic direction. Prior to this, he worked as the Software Development Manager at ThreatLocker from 2022 to 2024, where he managed development teams and projects. His experience at ThreatLocker reflects his commitment to advancing software solutions in the cybersecurity sector.
Previous Experience at SOTAX Group
Marc Schmidt has extensive experience at SOTAX Group, where he held various positions over a span of several years. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer from 2010 to 2015 in Allschwil, Switzerland. He later transitioned to the role of Manager Software Quality and Design from 2015 to 2018 in Aesch, Switzerland. Following this, he served as Manager Software Product Development from 2019 to 2022 in Westborough, MA, United States. His diverse roles at SOTAX Group contributed to his expertise in software development and management.
Education and Expertise
Marc Schmidt has a solid educational background in engineering and computer science. He studied at FH Karlsruhe, where he earned a degree in computer science from 1991 to 1996. He furthered his education at FH Offenburg, obtaining a degree in industrial engineering from 1996 to 2001. Earlier, he completed his training as an industrial mechanic at Rotzler GmbH from 1993 to 1995. This combination of technical and engineering education has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in software development.
Background
Marc Schmidt's professional journey began with his education in industrial mechanics and engineering. His career in software development started at SOTAX Group, where he gained significant experience in various managerial and engineering roles. His transition to ThreatLocker marks a continuation of his career in software development, focusing on cybersecurity solutions. His background reflects a blend of technical expertise and leadership in software engineering.