Ian Fischer is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in the technology sector. Currently serving as a Staff Software Engineer at Google since May 2015, Ian also holds the position of Chief Technology Officer at Apportable, a role maintained since April 2011. Ian's academic journey includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, completed in 2015, and a Master's of Science in Computer Science from Harvard University, earned in 2007. Earlier professional roles include Senior Software Engineer at Webroot Software, Principal Engineer and Project Manager at Usable Security Systems, and a visiting researcher at CommerceNet. Ian began a career in technology as an intern at IBM from 2004 to 2007, building a strong foundation in software engineering and research. Ian's educational background is rounded out with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Composition and French from the College of Charleston, obtained in 2000.