Martin Emmert
About Martin Emmert
Martin Emmert is a Senior Engineering Manager at FreshBooks, where he has worked since 2023. With over 15 years of experience in technology and engineering, he has held various roles, including Lead Frontend Engineer and Technical Director, and focuses on innovation and team development.
Work at FreshBooks
Martin Emmert has been serving as a Senior Engineering Manager at FreshBooks since 2023, based in Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Deutschland. In this role, he is responsible for attracting and recruiting top-tier talent to ensure that teams are equipped to meet the demands of FreshBooks' mission. He focuses on anticipating future trends and challenges in technology and team dynamics, positioning FreshBooks at the forefront of innovation. Emmert embraces Lean and Agile methodologies as core principles in product development, emphasizing rapid iteration and customer feedback.
Career Background
Martin Emmert has over 15 years of experience in the technology sector, transitioning from a designer to a full-stack developer and ultimately to a leader in engineering. He began his career at .NFQ | Digital Creatives, where he worked as an Auszubildender im Bereich Mediengestaltung für Print und Digital from 2005 to 2008, and later as a Screendesigner and Flash-Developer from 2008 to 2009. He held various positions, including Lead Frontend Engineer at DER Touristik Online GmbH and Technical Director at SinnerSchrader, before taking on leadership roles at FastBill and FreshBooks.
Education and Expertise
Martin Emmert studied at Städt. Berufsschule II Augsburg (Bebo-Wager), where he focused on design and achieved the qualification of Mediengestalter für Digital- und Printmedien from 2005 to 2008. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in digital media and technology. Emmert has also served as a Dozent für WebDevelopment at SAE Institute Germany in 2015, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring professionals in the field.
Mentorship and Leadership
In addition to his managerial responsibilities, Martin Emmert actively mentors emerging tech talent. He aims to inspire innovation and resilience in future leaders within the technology sector. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration and the importance of nurturing talent to meet the evolving challenges of the industry. Emmert's commitment to mentorship reflects his dedication to fostering a culture of growth and development in engineering teams.