David Smoker is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in various roles within the technology sector. Currently serving as a Staff Software Engineer at Hopin since February 2021, David previously held positions such as Tech Lead at OakNorth Analytical Intelligence and Thought Machine, where responsibilities included heading Smart Contracts. Earlier career highlights include Software Developer roles at TrueTrade, Bloomberg LP, and a Python Developer position at Bank of America. David's foundational experience includes significant contributions at Optiver as both a Senior Developer and Research Programmer, along with a tenure as a Quant Programmer at Macquarie Bank. David Smoker earned a degree from the University of Sydney from 2001 to 2004.