Michael Engl
@michaelengl
Experienced technology executive leading innovative software solutions.
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned technology executive with over a decade of experience, I have successfully led diverse teams in the development of cutting-edge software solutions. Currently, I serve as the Vice President of Software at ChargePoint Austria GmbH, where I oversee a global team of over 250 engineers and product managers, driving innovation in cloud software and AI/ML technologies.
My journey has been marked by significant leadership roles, including Chief Technology Officer and Senior Director of Technology, where I have been responsible for end-to-end product management and strategic technology initiatives. I pride myself on my ability to foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful execution of complex projects while maintaining a focus on quality and scalability.
With a strong foundation in both software engineering and business management, I am passionate about leveraging technology to create impactful solutions that drive organizational success. I am committed to continuous learning and professional development, as evidenced by my participation in various leadership programs and my contributions to academic publications.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Vice President Software
ChargePoint Austria GmbH
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Globally led over 250 cloud software engineers, mobile app developers, AI/ML engineers, data scientists, and DevOps teams across EU, India, and NA. Held end-to-end responsibility for the entire ChargePoint product portfolio, including mobile apps, NOS, be.ENERGISED, and ViriCiti Telematics. Drove the AI/ML and software innovation strategy and served as the Austria Trade Director.
Soft- and Hardware Consultant
Self-employed - IT Consulting
Jul 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Provided consulting services for medium-sized companies, specializing in the specification of IoT systems. Advised clients on technology selection for Industry 4.0 applications. Conducted technology research on LPWAN, Zigbee, NBIoT, and cloud backends, including Linux kernel module analyses.
Advisory Board Member
Josef Ressel Center for dependable System-of-Systems Enginee
Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Served as an Advisory Board Member for the Josef Ressel Center for dependable System-of-Systems Engineering. Contributed expertise to research initiatives at the University of Applied Sciences Salzburg, focusing on safe energy informatics.
Senior Director Technology
ChargePoint Austria GmbH
Dec 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year)
Led over 80 cloud engineers, infrastructure teams, and the Agile Office in Europe. Held end-to-end responsibility for the be.ENERGISED and ViriCiti Telematics products. Served as the local leader for over 125 cross-functional employees and captained the ChargePoint integration team.
Chief Technology Officer
Has To Be GmbH
Oct 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 2 months)
Led over 80 cloud software engineers, DevOps, IT, product, and project management teams, along with customer support. Held end-to-end responsibility for the be.ENERGISED product. Defined technology strategy, managed vendors, and oversaw resource planning, cost control, and project execution frameworks. Ensured a 10X scalable cloud-based ecosystem, introduced IT security policies, and established e
Chief Executive Officer
Ognios GmbH
Jul 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Provided operational and strategic corporate management. Executed strategic realignment by expanding market segments. Introduced and expanded middle management structures and implemented group reporting processes. Developed international sales strategies.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH
Jun 2013 - Dec 2013 (6 months)
Developed the Liebherr telematics unit. Performed embedded Linux (ARM) development. Extended µblox GPS and GLONASS drivers.
Chief Technology Officer
Ognios GmbH
Apr 2017 - Sep 2019 (2 years 5 months)
Managed corporate operations and organizational development. Led teams in hardware development, embedded software, cloud development, mechanical engineering, and audio AI/ML research. Acted as the central interface between sales and development partners. Served as project manager for all technical development projects and senior system architect.
Senior Software Engineer
Ognios GmbH
Jan 2014 - Mar 2017 (3 years 2 months)
Led the new development of an intercom system. Defined the software architecture for an IoT software solution. Coordinated external development partners and held budget responsibility for all engineering functions. Served as the interface between sales and technology teams.
Lead Software Engineer
Sony DADC Austria AG
Aug 2010 - Apr 2013 (2 years 8 months)
Led the development of C++ cross-platform copy protection for Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X. Defined software architecture, ensured software security, and managed requirements engineering. Provided security consulting to international clients including Disney, EA, and WB. Managed an international development team and conducted on-site development in multiple countries.
Diploma Student
Robert Bosch GmbH
Feb 2010 - May 2010 (3 months)
Conducted research in central advance development focusing on automatic optical inspection. Completed diploma thesis on automatic defect detection on component edges using contour tracking and Fourier descriptors.
Intern - Technical Functions
Robert Bosch AG
Aug 2009 - Dec 2009 (4 months)
Gained experience in technical functions during the internship. Supported various technical tasks within the department.
Intern - Software Distribution
SPAR Österreichische Warenhandels-AG
Jul 2008 - Aug 2008 (1 month)
Interned in Software Distribution and Product Service at the headquarters. Gained experience in software distribution processes and product service operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Applied Sciences Salzburg
Master, Information Technology and System Management
2010 - 2012
Grade: Passed with honors
Pursued a Master's degree in Information Technology and System Management, specializing in Robotics and Adaptive Software Systems. Master's thesis focused on acceleration-based trajectory generation for industrial robots.
University of Applied Sciences Salzburg
Diploma, Information Technology and System Management
2006 - 2010
Grade: Passed with honors, Honored as Student of the Year 2010
Completed a full-time Diploma program in Information Technology and System Management, specializing in Embedded Signal Processing and IT Management & Security. Diploma thesis focused on automatic defect detection on component edges.
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