Matthew Bridges

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About Matthew Bridges

Engineering Manager with 20+ years of technical expertise delivering end-to-end backend software systems for multimillion-dollar projects. Experienced in consulting, backend/API development, and leading cross-functional teams to build scalable, high-performance platforms across industries including automotive, health insurance, smart manufacturing, and government. Known for a deep commitment to software quality and mentoring engineers to develop skills beyond copy-paste coding and generative AI. Brings strong Java expertise and is tech-agnostic, adaptable, and invested in long-term project success. Skilled at guiding teams through complex domains with focus and clarity. Seeks to lead engineering initiatives that emphasize quality, innovation, and talent growth in a mission-driven organization.Technical Skills:Backend Development: Java (Java 11), Spring Boot, Struts, JSP, Hibernate, JAXWS, JAXB, Python (Pandas, scripting, unit testing).Frameworks & Tools: IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, JUnit, SonarQube, Docker, Flyway (DB migrations), Selenium, SoapUI, Dozer, Drools. Service Architecture: SOA, RESTful & SOAP Web Services, API integration, SaaS-based backend systems.Databases & Scripting: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MS SQL Server, MongoDB, PL/SQL, Unix/Linux, Shell Scripting. DevOps & CI/CD (Exposure): Docker, API performance tuning, service instrumentation.Business & Process Logic: Requirements analysis, business rule modeling (Drools), data mapping, Agile/Scrum collaborationLet’s connect if you’re looking to exchange ideas on engineering leadership,backend architecture, or scaling quality-first teams.Core CompetenciesEngineering Team Uplift & Capability Building, System Reliability & Observability, Technical Debt Reduction Strategies, Stakeholder-Focused Technical Storytelling, Cross-Region Agile Coordination