Andrew Solomon
About Andrew Solomon
Andrew Solomon is a Senior Software Engineer at Choco, where he specializes in backend development using Node.js, Typescript, and Python. He has played a key role in the development of Choco's ordering app and contributed to the company's growth to a $1.2 billion valuation.
Work at Choco
Andrew Solomon has been employed at Choco as a Senior Software Engineer since 2018. In this role, he focuses on backend development using Node.js, Typescript, and Python. His work supports Choco's mission to create a transparent and sustainable global food system. Solomon was part of the team that contributed to Choco achieving unicorn status with a valuation of $1.2 billion following a Series B2 funding round in April 2022. He also played a significant role in the development of Choco's ordering app, which serves over 15,000 buyers and 10,000 suppliers worldwide.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Solomon holds a Bachelor's degree in Statistics from the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He also spent 11 months studying at Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen in 2017. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software engineering and backend development.
Background
Before joining Choco, Andrew Solomon worked as a Reader at the University of California, Berkeley for a period of four months in 2018. His experience in academia complements his technical skills and contributes to his approach in the tech industry.
Achievements
Andrew Solomon has made significant contributions to Choco, particularly in the development of its ordering app, which is utilized by a large network of buyers and suppliers globally. His involvement in the company's growth to unicorn status reflects his impact on the organization and the food tech sector.