Bio:

Martin Barker is a Software Engineer II at the Allen Institute, where he collaborates with the Office of the CTO to develop APIs and cloud-native applications that leverage AI to advance bioscience research. His work emphasizes scalable, innovative solutions that support interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific discovery.

Martin has extensive experience in full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps, having contributed to projects at organizations such as Philips Ultrasound, Alaska Airlines, and Bungee Tech. He specializes in creating cross-platform desktop applications, dynamic websites, and web-based tools that prioritize performance and usability.

An advocate for open-source software, Martin is passionate about releasing tools that enable music digitization and archiving, empowering individuals and organizations to preserve rare and valuable recordings. His commitment to combining technology and creativity reflects a unique, multidisciplinary approach that aligns with the Allen Institute’s mission to leverage innovation for scientific advancement.