Carl Schroedl is an experienced software architect currently serving as the Acting Software Architect at the U.S. Department of the Interior, where responsibilities include founding a software development community of practice and leading a transformation toward zero trust architecture. Previously, Carl worked at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as a Product Owner and Computer Scientist, focusing on agile methodologies, national-scale water information systems, and software development best practices. Carl's technical expertise encompasses a wide array of programming languages and tools, including Java, Python, and cloud services like AWS. Early career experiences include roles at Extreme Engineering Solutions, UW-Madison Housing, and the IceCube Research Project, with a strong foundation in web development and application management. Carl holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.