Shawn Mc Kay
About Shawn Mc Kay
Shawn McKay is a Staff Software Engineer currently working at Amplitude and previously at BioRender, with extensive experience in software development and team leadership. He has a background in education and community building, having served as an Associate Professor and developed tools to support developer learning.
Work at BioRender
Shawn McKay has been employed at BioRender since 2022 as a Staff Software Engineer. In this role, he has contributed to the development of tools that facilitate scientific communication through visual representation. Prior to this position, he served as Engineering Team Lead at BioRender from 2021 to 2022, where he oversaw engineering projects and guided team members in their development tasks. His work environment at BioRender has been hybrid, allowing for both remote and in-office collaboration.
Professional Experience
Shawn McKay has extensive experience in software engineering and leadership roles. He currently works at Amplitude as a Staff Software Engineer since 2023. Previously, he held positions such as Applications Team Lead at Semios from 2018 to 2020 and Growth Team Lead at Sauce Labs from 2020 to 2021. His career also includes roles as a React Native Developer and Fullstack Javascript Developer at Semios, as well as a Full Stack Developer at Agartee Technology Inc.
Education and Expertise
Shawn McKay earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology and History from the University of Guelph, where he studied from 2001 to 2006. His educational background has contributed to his strong focus on community building and education within the software development field. He also served as an Associate Professor at Hallym University in South Korea from 2010 to 2015, where he shared his knowledge and expertise with students.
Achievements in Software Development
Shawn McKay has made significant contributions to the software development community, including the creation of Rematch, a library that simplifies state management in JavaScript applications. He is also the creator of CodeRoad, a tool designed to enhance the learning experience for developers. His work reflects a commitment to improving software development practices and fostering education in the field.