Leighton Wallace
About Leighton Wallace
Leighton Wallace is a Senior Engineering Manager at BioRender, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in software engineering and management, having previously held positions at Lever and other companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Work at BioRender
Leighton Wallace has been employed at BioRender as a Senior Engineering Manager since 2023. In this role, he operates remotely from San Francisco, California. His responsibilities include overseeing engineering projects and ensuring that user-centered feature development is prioritized. Wallace's focus on enhancing the end-user experience aligns with BioRender's mission to provide accessible scientific illustration tools.
Previous Experience at Lever
Prior to joining BioRender, Leighton Wallace worked at Lever for four years, from 2019 to 2023. He held two positions during his tenure: Engineering Manager and Software Engineer. In these roles, he contributed to the development of software solutions and managed engineering teams, emphasizing user-centered design and feature development.
Background in Software Engineering
Leighton Wallace has a diverse background in software engineering, having worked at several companies in various capacities. He served as a Software Engineer at Apartment List from 2013 to 2015 and at Lever from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, he was the Chief Backend Dude at Oroeco for eight months in 2012. His early career included a position as a Member of Technical Staff at Pinger, Inc. from 2006 to 2012 and a Web Developer role at Stanford University Residential Computing in 2005.
Education and Expertise
Leighton Wallace earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Symbolic Systems from Stanford University, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background provides a foundation for his technical skills and user-centered approach to software development. Wallace's expertise includes troubleshooting technical systems and fostering interpersonal relationships within teams.
Hobbies and Interests
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Leighton Wallace enjoys salsa dancing and rock climbing. These hobbies reflect his creative side and interest in physical activity, contributing to a well-rounded personal life that balances work and leisure.