Kevin Pierce, the Co-Founder and CTO of PerkUp, is a seasoned professional in the tech industry, with a career spanning over two decades. His journey at PerkUp, which began in March 2022, is marked by his dedication to innovation and leadership in software development. Before joining PerkUp, Kevin was a co-founder and CTO at Instant Checkout, where he contributed significantly for over a year. His tenure at Eventbrite as a Principal Software Engineer and Engineering Manager showcased his ability to integrate event-driven approaches into architectural designs and manage complex software development processes.

Kevin's professional background is a tapestry of diverse roles and achievements. At Eventbrite, he began his formal journey in engineering management, where he nurtured the engineering team, coordinated weekly meetings, and played a key role in performance management cycles. He was instrumental in the live migration of active events from Picatic to Eventbrite, modernizing public-facing documentation and managing internal teams. His time as the Lead Engineer at Picatic was marked by significant contributions in technology, including the adoption of new technologies like Go, Kubernetes, Docker, and GCP. He was a key figure in the technology side of Picatic's acquisition by Eventbrite.

Throughout his career, Kevin has demonstrated a deep understanding of both high-level concepts and detailed technical aspects. He is not only a strategic thinker but also possesses a detailed orientation, bringing calmness and honesty to his work environment. His ability to empathize and never rush decisions makes him a valuable asset to any team. Kevin's interest in everything from the software behind the screen to the physical infrastructure shows his comprehensive approach to technology. With specialties ranging from software development, architecture, and release management to IT systems and networking, Kevin's role as a CTO at PerkUp is a culmination of his vast experience and dedication to excellence in the field of software engineering.