Matthew Griffith
About Matthew Griffith
Matthew Griffith is a Principal Engineer with extensive experience in web development and informatics. He has held various engineering roles at companies such as Evotec, Vendr, and Blissfully, and possesses expertise in cloud platforms and API design.
Current Role at Vendr.com
Matthew Griffith serves as a Principal Engineer at Vendr, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the company's engineering capabilities and driving technical initiatives. His responsibilities include overseeing development projects and ensuring the implementation of best practices in software engineering.
Previous Experience at Vendr
Prior to his current role, Matthew worked at Vendr as a Staff Engineer from 2022 to 2024. During this time, he contributed to various projects aimed at improving the company's software solutions. His experience at Vendr reflects his commitment to advancing technology in the procurement space.
Career Background in Software Engineering
Matthew has a diverse background in software engineering, having held positions at several organizations. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Blissfully from 2019 to 2022 and as a Tech Lead at Cornell Tech from 2016 to 2019. His career also includes roles at Evotec and BioFocus, where he gained significant experience in informatics and software development.
Educational Background in Biology
Matthew earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. This educational foundation has contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of scientific principles, which he applies in his engineering work.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Matthew is proficient in both server-side and frontend web development. He has expertise in creating ergonomic APIs to enhance developer productivity. Additionally, he is experienced with cloud platforms such as Google Compute and AWS, as well as containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. His familiarity with Unix-based systems and databases like Postgres and Neo4j further complements his technical skill set.