Max Brugger

Max Brugger is a Backend Engineer with a rich professional background in software development and analytics.

Currently serving as a Principal Software Engineer at Skyward, a Verizon company, Max is dedicated to learning about the drone industry and enhancing their SaaS offering through Java Springboot REST services hosted on AWS.

At Nike, Max contributed significantly as a Software Developer in Cloud Acceleration, supporting Continuous Delivery goals for various cloud-based experiences, ranging from commerce to mobile apps.

During their tenure at IBM as an Analytics Developer, Max excelled in developing forecasting models using Python, particularly leveraging the pandas library and in-house data, to drive long-term strategic decisions.

Max's expertise extends to mathematical modeling, including simulation and stochastic models, with proficiency in Python, R, and Matlab, along with experience in statistical and machine-learning models using SPSS Modeler and T-SQL.

Furthermore, Max has a strong background in developing business rule applications in Java, iLOG ODM (JRules), and T-SQL, wherein they collaborated closely with business stakeholders to transform complex rules into functional code.

Max's academic journey includes pursuing a Master of Science in Mathematics at Oregon State University, preceded by a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics with minors in Actuarial Sciences and Writing from the same institution.

Having participated in various roles across distinguished organizations like Nike, Skyward, and IBM, Max has accumulated expertise in interdisciplinary communication and scientific research, particularly through programs like the Eco-Informatics IGERT at Oregon State University.

Throughout their career, Max has emphasized collaboration, system design, and quality testing practices, making them a valuable asset in the realm of software engineering and analytics.