Summary
Joanne Chang is a software developer based in San Francisco with nine years of experience combining research, web development, and sales support across startups and academic labs. She holds a Master’s in Computer Science and Engineering from Santa Clara University and has hands-on skills in Python, Java, JavaScript, web technologies, Docker, Linux, GCP (Firebase, Maps) and AWS. Joanne has bridged applied research and product work at SCU Robotic Systems Lab and a startup environment at Horizon, demonstrating an ability to move prototypes toward user-facing web solutions. Known for quickly learning new stacks and translating CS theory into practical systems, she brings both engineering rigor and customer-facing perspective to cross-functional teams. An uncommon strength is her blend of technical depth with sales and research experience, which helps prioritize features that solve real user problems.
9 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
High School Diploma, High School Diploma at Milpitas High School
Associate's degree Game Development, Associate's degree Game Development at Santa Rosa Junior College
Bachelor's degree Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor's degree Computer Science and Engineering at University of California, Davis
Certificate of Accomplishment Computer Applications in Biotechnology, Certificate of Accomplishment Computer Applications in Biotechnology at Ohlone College
Master's degree Computer Science and Engineering, Master's degree Computer Science and Engineering at Santa Clara University
English, cantonese (heritage speaker), mandarin (hsk 4)