Matt Field
About Matt Field
Matt Field is a Tech Lead at Xata.io with over 15 years of experience in software development, infrastructure management, and reliability engineering. He holds a BA (Hons) in Theology from the London School of Theology and has held various engineering roles across multiple companies, demonstrating adaptability in remote work environments.
Current Role at Xata
Matt Field serves as the Tech Lead for the Platform at Xata.io, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on leading technical initiatives and overseeing platform development. His experience in software development and engineering management contributes to the effectiveness of the team and the overall success of the platform.
Previous Experience in Engineering Leadership
Matt Field has held several leadership roles in engineering prior to his current position. He worked as the Director of Core Engineering at Morressier for 10 months in 2021-2022, where he managed engineering teams and drove core engineering projects. Additionally, he served as Systems Engineering Lead at Elsevier for two years, further enhancing his leadership capabilities in technical environments.
Educational Background in Theology
Matt Field studied at the London School of Theology, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Theology from 2007 to 2010. This educational background provides him with a unique perspective that complements his technical skills, contributing to his diverse approach to problem-solving in the tech industry.
Extensive Software Development Experience
With over 15 years of experience in software development, Matt Field has worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. His roles have included Front-end Engineer positions at Nonsense London and The Beans Group, as well as significant contributions as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer at GitLab and Principal Site Reliability Engineer at Elastic. This breadth of experience showcases his adaptability and expertise in different technical environments.
Remote Work Adaptability
Matt Field has demonstrated a strong ability to adapt to remote work environments throughout his career. He has held multiple remote positions, including his current role at Xata.io and previous roles at Morressier, GitLab, and Elastic. This experience highlights his flexibility and capability to manage engineering tasks effectively in a remote setting.