Matthew Kirk

About Matthew Kirk

I am a strategic, multi-faceted, and driven professional with a seasoned data science background, a history of delivering value-added AI/ML solutions, and a talent for aligning teams around common goals. I combine over 14 years’ experience developing integrated data models and ML systems for multiple high-profile organizations; delivering new software functionalities that contribute to an exceptional customer experience; leading mission-critical projects that unlock the predictive and growth potential of internal data; and carefully shaping the processes and policies that sustain an efficient, productive, and highly competitive organization. I excel at enhancing efficiency through automation, planning and executing a suite of research projects, developing and launching new products, designing integrated data models with robust predictive capabilities, generating sustained cost saving opportunities, and pioneering unique applications for existing software. I am an agile thinker who is comfortable navigating the rapidly evolving data management space. I recognize that yesterday’s solutions do not solve tomorrow’s problems. I have the experience and the dexterity to stay one step ahead of change, shift gears when the context calls for it, respond effectively to evolving industry trends, and drive my organization to success. I have the communication skills to clearly articulate my vision, persuade people to take action, and get the ball rolling in the right direction. Whether I’m sending out emails, communicating with a team member, presenting to a crowd, or anything in between; I communicate quickly, accurately, and effectively. Key Skills Data Management/Analysis Strategic Planning Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Data Science & Programming Software Engineering Cloud Infrastructure Analytical Problem Solver Business Development Systems Administration Project & Program Management Software Development Highly Entrepreneurial Team Leadership

Experience

1. Chief Scientist

   Augment Ai

   Aug 2024 — Present

Education

• Georgia Institute of Technology

  Master of Science (M.S.), Computer Science

  2014 — 2017

• University of Washington

  BS, Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences

  2005 — 2008

• Olympic College

  AAS, Arts and Sciences

  2003 — 2005

• University of Washington

  BS, Economics

  2005 — 2008

Skills

• Software Development
• Python
• Php
• Ajax
• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Css
• Start-Ups
• Javascript
• Leadership
• Web Development
• Distributed Systems
• Web Applications
• Rest
• Data Analysis
• Unix
• Databases
• Java
• Ruby
• Sql
• Linux
• Consulting
• Test Driven Development
• C#
• Software Project Management
• Ruby on Rails
• Business Strategy