Kyle Platt
About Kyle Platt
Kyle Platt is a Senior Software Engineer at Vroom, where he has worked since 2020. He has previous experience as a Software Engineer at Ford Motor Company and as a UI Developer at Auto-Owners Insurance, and he holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Central Michigan University.
Work at Vroom
Kyle Platt has been employed at Vroom as a Senior Software Engineer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on software development and engineering tasks, contributing to the company's technology initiatives. He participates in web standards and tech debt guilds, which aim to enhance coding practices and minimize technical debt. Additionally, he conducts technical interviews for front-end candidates, playing a significant role in the hiring process at Vroom.
Previous Experience
Before joining Vroom, Kyle Platt worked at several notable organizations. He served as a Software Engineer at Ford Motor Company for nine months in 2020, where he contributed to software development projects. Prior to that, he was a UI Developer at Auto-Owners Insurance from 2018 to 2020, gaining experience in user interface design and development. He also completed a three-month internship as an Application Developer at Consumers Energy in 2017, where he gained foundational experience in application development.
Education and Expertise
Kyle Platt studied at Central Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from 2014 to 2018. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in software development principles and practices. This academic experience, combined with his professional roles, has equipped him with expertise in software engineering, user interface development, and agile methodologies.
Interim Product Management Role
During his career, Kyle Platt served as an Interim Product Manager for a quarter. In this capacity, he collaborated with stakeholders to prioritize features and facilitate agile ceremonies. This role allowed him to gain insights into product management and enhance his ability to work cross-functionally within teams.