Mark Watson

Chief Architect

Mark Watson is an accomplished technology professional with extensive experience in software engineering and architecture. Currently serving as Chief Architect at collide. since September 2025, Watson previously held key positions including Senior Principal Software Engineer and Tech Lead at Upside, where contributions involved leading teams and developing essential business features. Significant prior roles include Tech Lead and Staff Software Engineer at HotSchedules, and Developer Advocate at IBM, earning multiple prestigious awards. Watson's early career includes leadership positions at Besomebody, Inc., RF Technologies, 5Stat Corporation, and GlobeRanger, showcasing a strong track record in developing innovative technology solutions and platforms. Watson holds educational credentials from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and graduated as Salutatorian from Inter-Lakes High School.

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