Andrew Carter
About Andrew Carter
Andrew Carter is an Engineering Manager at Wealthsimple, with a diverse background in software development and engineering roles across various companies in Toronto, Canada.
Professional Experience at Wealthsimple
Andrew Carter has been serving as an Engineering Manager at Wealthsimple since 2021. Based in Toronto, he plays a key role in overseeing engineering projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's financial technology offerings. His responsibilities include leading a team focused on reducing food waste by preventing unnecessary landfill contributions. He is also actively involved in hiring and expanding the engineering team.
Previous Roles at Flashfood and Coinsquare
Before joining Wealthsimple, Andrew Carter worked at Flashfood from 2019 to 2021 as an Engineering Manager in the Toronto, Canada Area. Prior to this, he was a Full Stack Developer at Coinsquare for 7 months from 2018 to 2019. In these roles, Andrew gained experience in managing engineering teams and developing full-stack solutions, further expanding his expertise in the tech industry.
Early Career in Software Development
Andrew's career in software development began with various roles, including working as a Software Developer at Shutterstock Custom from 2017 to 2018, and as a Developer at Conversion Marketing-Communications Inc. from 2016 to 2017 in the Toronto, Canada Area. He also engaged in freelance work under Carter Web Development for six months in Cambridge, Ontario in 2015. These positions provided a solid foundation in software development and web technologies.
Diverse Work Experience
Andrew Carter's work journey also includes diverse roles outside the tech industry. He worked as an HVAC Assistant at Naylor Building Partnerships Inc. in Oakville/Brampton for 9 months from 2014 to 2015 and as a Retail Sales Merchandiser at PepsiCo in Mississauga from 2012 to 2014. These experiences contributed to his broad skill set and understanding of different work environments.
Educational Background
Andrew pursued his education in various fields, starting with Engineering at McMaster University from 2011 to 2013. He then achieved a Certificate in HVAC from Mohawk College between 2014 and 2015. Furthermore, he completed a Web Development program at General Assembly Canada, achieving a credential in this field in 2015. His diverse educational background supports his multifaceted career in engineering and software development.