J Mathews is a research-focused software and product leader with over two decades of cross-industry experience and 12 years steering research software at RTI International. He combines hands-on development roots with product strategy, applying Agile, Design Thinking and Lean Startup practices to turn scientific needs into usable software and sustainable business models. Comfortable managing global, cross-functional teams, he has a track record of positioning organizations to win new work by aligning client needs, internal capabilities, and competitive landscapes. With an MBA from Duke and a BA in English from Georgetown, he blends analytical rigor with strong communication skills—an asset when translating complex research requirements into pragmatic solutions. A longtime practitioner across finance, healthcare, telecoms and environmental science, he thrives at the intersection of research, engineering and market-driven product design.
12 years of coding experience
11 years of employment as a software developer
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Master of Business Administration - MBA at Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business
BA, English (Minor: Economics), BA, English (Minor: Economics) at Georgetown University
Study Abroad, Study Abroad at University of Stirling
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J Mathews - Research Programmer Analyst at RTI International