Matthew Planchard
About Matthew Planchard
Matthew Planchard is a Senior Rust Engineer at SpecTrust, with a diverse background in software engineering and education. He has held various roles in companies and academic institutions, contributing to projects in multiple programming languages and advocating for functional programming paradigms.
Current Position at SpecTrust
Matthew Planchard serves as a Senior Rust Engineer at SpecTrust, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he utilizes his expertise in Rust programming to contribute to the development of secure and efficient software solutions. His focus on immutability and functional programming paradigms aligns with the company's commitment to technical excellence.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current role, Matthew worked at Bestow as a Staff Software Engineer from 2019 to 2021. He also held positions at Duo Security as a Software Engineer for six months in 2018 and at Enthought as a Full Stack Developer for seven months in 2018. Additionally, he spent three years at Ihiji, where he worked as a Full Stack Developer from 2015 to 2018 and as a Web Development Intern from 2014 to 2015.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Matthew Planchard earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biochemistry from the University of Southern Mississippi, completing his studies from 2012 to 2014. He also holds a Bachelor's degree with a double major in Biological Sciences and Biochemistry, graduating Summa Cum Laude from 2008 to 2012. His academic background includes various teaching assistant roles at the University of Southern Mississippi, where he supported courses in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, and served as a Yoga Instructor.
Open Source Contributions and Personal Projects
Matthew has published successful open-source projects in Rust and Python, showcasing his programming skills and commitment to community engagement. He maintains a personal blog where he shares insights and experiences related to software engineering, further contributing to the developer community. His hobby-level experience includes working with Golang, C, and C++.
Professional Values and Work Culture Advocacy
Matthew aims to work for companies that prioritize building a diverse workforce and making a positive impact in the world. He advocates for a working culture characterized by honesty, kindness, and technical excellence. His approach to software design and experimentation is informed by his background in biochemistry, allowing him to integrate scientific principles into his engineering practices.