Ben Mc Kown
About Ben Mc Kown
Ben Mc Kown is an Engineering Manager currently at Truework, having transitioned from roles in data science and software engineering to engineering management. He has a strong academic background in Physical Chemistry and Chemistry, and has worked at several notable companies including Facebook and Khoros.
Work at Truework
Ben Mc Kown has been serving as an Engineering Manager at Truework since 2023. In this role, he oversees engineering teams and projects, leveraging his extensive experience in software engineering and management. Prior to this position, he worked as a Staff Software Engineer at Truework from 2022 to 2023, where he contributed to various technical initiatives.
Previous Experience at Facebook
Ben worked at Facebook as an Enterprise Systems Engineer from 2020 to 2022 in Austin, Texas. During his tenure, he focused on enhancing enterprise systems, applying his knowledge in software engineering to improve operational efficiency and system reliability.
Career Progression in Engineering Roles
Ben Mc Kown has transitioned through various roles in the engineering field, starting as a Data Scientist at Khoros from 2014 to 2016. He then advanced to Senior Software Engineer and later Senior Site Reliability Engineer at Khoros and Optimizely, respectively. His career reflects a strong trajectory from technical roles to engineering management.
Educational Background in Chemistry
Ben holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Physical Chemistry from the University of Chicago, where he studied from 2011 to 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from The University of Texas at Austin, completing his degree from 2007 to 2011. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in scientific principles.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Ben possesses a diverse technical skill set, with experience in enterprise systems and site reliability engineering. His roles have involved solving complex problems and managing engineering teams, showcasing his versatility and leadership capabilities in the technology sector.