Summary
Ben Burkholder is a software engineer specializing in data-focused Python automation and machine learning, with eight years of experience building practical solutions across analytics and digital marketing. Currently a Software Engineer - Data at Chmura Economics & Analytics, he brings hands-on experience from roles that span software engineering, SEO, and digital integration—giving him a strong blend of data skills and product-minded thinking. He has a track record of turning marketing and SEO insights into automated workflows and tools, having transitioned from roles at BrandMuscle and Cleveland Clinic into full-time engineering. Comfortable working across the stack, Ben leverages his advertising background (BA from Kent State) to prioritize user and business impact when designing data systems. Based in Greater Cleveland, he combines mid-market consultancy experience with enterprise analytics expectations, making him adept at shipping pragmatic, maintainable solutions. An early-career history in content and campaign work means he often spots signal in messy marketing data that others miss.
8 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's Degree, Advertising, GPA: 3.6, Bachelor's Degree, Advertising, GPA: 3.6 at Kent State University