About

Software Engineer & Engineering Manager · Mobile Apps · AI Products
🇺🇸 Seattle, WA & 🇦🇹 Vienna, Austria

Hey, I'm Mati Bot — a software engineer with extensive experience building mobile apps for iOS and Android. Now I'm exploring how AI and ML can power the next generation of products.

The Journey

Started in Israel's military at the Battle Lab, building simulations for pre-prototype weapons. After serving, traveled through Southeast Asia, then earned a BSc from Ben Gurion University while helping my parents' tech business.

Mobile First

Launched into mobile dev at Drippler (acquired by Asurion) as Lead iOS Developer — my first App Store release with millions of downloads and great reviews. Moved to Flayvr (later MyRoll), leading iOS development, then pivoted to Android for Gallery Doctor. Got App Store featured and great PR. After acquisition by AVG, integrated the product and handled rebranding.

San Francisco & Airbnb

Moved to SF in 2016. The move to San Francisco opened up a world of opportunities—working with some of the best engineers and product minds in the industry, surrounded by endless innovation and possibilities. At Airbnb, climbed to Staff Engineer, then transitioned to Engineering Manager, leading the messaging platform team, backend and frontend and mobile. Currently based in Seattle, WA and Vienna, Austria.

Beyond Airbnb

Building the next generation of AI products at Stealth Startup.

Beyond Code

  • 🧊 Cryonicist — Supporting the preservation of human bodies at low temperatures with the hope of future revival through advanced medical technology.
  • 🔭 Astrophotography — Capturing the beauty of the night sky, from distant galaxies to planetary details through long-exposure photography.
  • 🗣️ Language learner — Learned Japanese 🇯🇵 and Chinese 🇨🇳 before, exploring new cultures and communication methods through language.
  • 🌍 World traveler — Exploring diverse cultures, landscapes, and experiences across 4 continents, having visited more than 50 countries.
  • 💪 Fitness & interests — Gym and Pilates for physical wellness, improv for creativity, and diving deep into history, philosophy, and futurism.