Logan Murdock

Senior Software Engineer at Instacart

Logan Murdock is a Senior Software Engineer at Instacart, based in San Francisco, California. He has a diverse background that includes significant experience in both accounting and software engineering.

Professional Background

Current Role:
- Senior Software Engineer at Instacart since April 2020.
- Focuses on product engineering, particularly on the storefront surface, and has been involved in migrating systems to GraphQL and TypeScript.1 3
Previous Positions at Instacart:
- Full Stack Engineer (February 2018 - April 2020): Worked primarily on front-end development using React, Redux, and CSS-in-JS, while also maintaining APIs for Ruby on Rails applications.
- Software Engineering Intern (November 2017 - February 2018).
- Held various roles in revenue operations and accounting from September 2015 to November 2017, including Senior Revenue Accountant and Senior Revenue Analyst.1 2
Education:
- Master of Science in Accounting from San Jose State University (2010-2011).
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: Game Design, graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of California, Santa Cruz (2005-2009).1

Skills and Contributions

Murdock specializes in full-stack development, with a strong emphasis on:

Front-end technologies (React, Redux).
Web accessibility (a11y).
Test-driven development practices using tools like RSpec and Jest.1 2

He transitioned into software engineering through Instacart’s internal coding bootcamp, which allowed him to leverage his prior experience in accounting while developing his programming skills.2 This unique pathway highlights his adaptability and commitment to continuous learning.

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in California.
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N2 certification.1

Logan Murdock's journey from accounting to software engineering exemplifies the potential for career transitions within the tech industry, particularly through supportive company initiatives like coding bootcamps.