Plaid's Plushcap is an engineer and developer who has had diverse experiences in various fields. Growing up in Paris, he was drawn to learning about the world through books and science. He studied at École Polytechnique, where he learned valuable skills that served him well in his future career. After completing his studies, he worked as a software engineer at Google, gaining hands-on experience in engineering and product management best practices. However, he wanted a faster-paced environment with more new things to build, which led him to leave Google. During his time off, he traveled extensively, reflecting on his life goals and experiences, and eventually realized that he wanted to join a startup. His search led him to Plaid, where he was drawn by the company's mission to empower companies to improve people's financial lives, its diverse backgrounds, and the friendly atmosphere. Since joining Plaid, he has been maintaining a commitment to introspection through meditation and taking up the violin, which have helped him appreciate life's nuances and make progress in his personal growth.