Zachary Keener
About Zachary Keener
Zachary Keener is a Staff Engineer at Tydo, where he has worked since 2022, and previously served as a Founding Engineer for one year. He has extensive experience in software engineering and mentoring, having held various roles at companies such as Bellhops, Contrary, and Magic Leap.
Work at Tydo
Zachary Keener has been a key member of Tydo since 2021. Initially serving as a Founding Engineer for one year, he transitioned to the role of Staff Engineer in 2022, where he has worked remotely for two years. During his time at Tydo, he led the development of the 'Report Cards' modules, which are essential for the company's partnerships. He also contributed to the data ingestion and analytics stack utilizing Airflow and BigQuery, and was involved in significant platform architecture and infrastructure decisions.
Education and Expertise
Zachary Keener holds a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Computer Science with a Minor in History from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied from 2015 to 2018. He also pursued a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the same university from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he studied Chinese Language and Literature at Nanjing Normal University for one year from 2017 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and cultural studies.
Professional Background
Zachary Keener has a diverse professional background in software engineering and technology. Before joining Tydo, he worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Bellhops from 2019 to 2021. He also served as a Venture Partner at Contrary from 2016 to 2018 in Austin, Texas. His experience includes roles as a Mobile Developer at GroupThreads and Desk Technologies, and as a Software Engineer at Magic Leap. He began his career with an internship at Agrarian Labs, LLC in 2016.
Mentorship and Leadership Roles
Since 2020, Zachary Keener has been actively involved as a Mentor at Techquitable Futures, contributing to the development of future tech leaders. He also held leadership positions at the Longhorn Entrepreneurship Agency, serving as Vice President from 2015 to 2016 and as a Production Team Member from 2014 to 2015. His roles in these organizations reflect his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging talent in the tech industry.
Achievements in Software Development
Throughout his career, Zachary Keener has made significant contributions to software development projects. At Tydo, he played a crucial role in developing key features and enhancing the company's data analytics capabilities. His work on the 'Report Cards' modules and contributions to the data ingestion stack demonstrate his technical proficiency and ability to impact product development positively.