Matt Schouten
About Matt Schouten
Matt Schouten is the Senior Manager of Web Development at WP Engine, with extensive experience in software engineering and product development.
Senior Manager at WP Engine
Matt Schouten currently holds the position of Senior Manager, Web Development at WP Engine. Since starting in March 2022, he has been integral to the management and optimization of WordPress websites. He works closely with a specialized team of WordPress experts and is likely involved in projects that include automated plugin updates, daily backups, and global CDN management. Schouten has a strong focus on improving results, strategy, and management, emphasizing long-term valuable outcomes.
Previous Roles in Web Development
Before joining WP Engine, Matt Schouten had a series of significant roles in web development. He worked as a Senior Engineer at TriumphPay for six months in 2021-2022. Prior to that, he served as Technical Lead at HI Digital Solutions from 2019 to 2020 and at Home Instead from 2019 to 2021. His experience also includes a long stint at Herzog Technologies, Inc, where he was Senior Director of Product Development for nine years.
Early Career in Software Engineering
Matt Schouten's career began in software engineering. He started as an intern at Wabtec Railway Electronics in the early 2000s before becoming a Software Engineer there from 2003 to 2008. Following this, he worked as a Software Engineer at Express Auto Delivery for seven months in 2008 and at Rockwell Collins from 2008 to 2010. These roles were based in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area, where he developed foundational skills in software development.
Education in Computer Science
Matt Schouten attended Iowa State University from 1998 to 2002, where he studied Computer Science and earned a Bachelor of Science degree. His academic background laid the groundwork for his technical skills and expertise, which have been instrumental throughout his career in web development and software engineering.
Skills and Expertise
Matt Schouten brings a wealth of expertise to his roles, including skills in agility, software development, prioritization and focus, sense-making, and organizational health. His extensive experience in web development positions him as a knowledgeable professional in WP Engine's offerings, likely including WooCommerce hosting, headless WordPress solutions, and website migration processes using automated tools.