Holly Gibson

Holly Gibson is an Engineering Manager at Smartly.io with a diverse background in software development and team leadership.1 She joined Smartly.io as a software engineer in mid-2019, working on image and video templating tools for online advertising.1 Prior to Smartly.io, Holly worked in various roles including IT specialist, website coordinator, and program manager for a nonprofit.1

Holly's journey into software development was unconventional. She started with a background in theology and web design, then transitioned through website management and graphic design before attending a coding bootcamp.1 After the bootcamp, she worked as the sole developer for a small EdTech startup, gaining experience in various aspects of web application development.1

At Smartly.io, Holly expressed interest in the engineering manager track and eventually became a team lead for a newly formed team.1 She has experience managing teams in previous companies and enjoys coaching and helping others.1 Holly emphasizes the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and a growth mindset in leading engineering teams.1