Austin V. has a diverse work experience spanning multiple roles and companies. Austin started their career as a Computer Science Tutor at Eckerd College in 2011 before transitioning to a Web Developer role at MityMo, where they worked from 2011 to 2012.
In 2012, Austin joined Pivotal Labs as a Software Developer, specializing in web application development, Ruby on Rails, Javascript, and HTML5. Austin also provided UI and product design consulting. Austin briefly served as a Software Development Apprentice before being promoted to the role of Software Developer. Austin continued their tenure at Pivotal Labs until 2014 when they became the Director of Chicago Labs at Pivotal Software, Inc. in 2014. Austin successfully held this position until 2017.
From 2017 to 2018, Austin held high-level positions at PayPal and its subsidiary, Braintree, serving as the Director of Engineering, Merchant at both companies.
In 2018, Austin became the CEO of Broce, a position they held until March 2019. Later in 2018, they also took on the role of CEO at Focused Labs, where they are currently working.
Austin's professional journey continued in 2020 when they became a member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization. In 2022, they joined the Fast Company Executive Board as an Executive Board Member.
Throughout their career, Austin has showcased expertise in software engineering, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Austin V.'s education history includes:
- In 2006-2011, they attended Eckerd College where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science.
- In 2022, they attended Brisket U and received a degree in Backyard Pitmaster, specializing in Brisket Pitmaster.
- In 2023, they embarked on a Master's degree program in Green Chilli Sommelier. No end year is provided, suggesting that they are currently pursuing this degree. The field of study for this program is not specified.
December, 2018 - present