Matt Valdez

Matt Valdez has extensive experience in engineering and consulting, currently serving in an engineering role at the Public Library of Science (PLOS) since February 2020. Valdez has also operated as an independent consultant since May 2005, providing systems, development, and integration services to various clients, including VentureBeat. Previous positions include Principal Consultant at Telegraph Hill Software, where Valdez established a DevOps practice, and Senior Director of Engineering at Nitro, Inc., where Valdez managed cross-geographical teams and facilitated a pivotal shift in the company's service architecture. Valdez's earlier roles include leadership positions at Teachscape, PocketThis, iSyndicate, Quokka, and MSCI Barra, demonstrating a consistent track record of driving technical initiatives and operational excellence across diverse environments. Educational background includes attendance at the University of California, Berkeley.