Blake Watkins
About Blake Watkins
Blake Watkins is a Software Engineer with extensive experience in both front-end and back-end technologies. He has worked at various organizations, including UC Santa Cruz, Encompass Community Services, and currently at Chrome River Technologies and Emburse since 2019.
Work at Chrome River Technologies
Blake Watkins has been employed as a Software Engineer at Chrome River Technologies since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the development of software solutions that streamline expense management and invoice processing for businesses. His position in Los Angeles, California, involves utilizing his expertise in various programming languages and frameworks to enhance the company's software offerings.
Work at Emburse
In addition to his role at Chrome River Technologies, Blake Watkins has also been working as a Software Engineer at Emburse since 2019. This position allows him to apply his skills in software development to create solutions that improve financial processes for organizations. His work in the Greater Los Angeles Area focuses on delivering efficient and user-friendly software applications.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current positions, Blake Watkins gained valuable experience in software development through various roles. He worked as a Front End Developer at Sisu, Inc from 2017 to 2019, and as a Software Developer at Biodoc, LLC for nine months in 2017. These roles contributed to his proficiency in both front-end and back-end technologies, including Docker and AWS.
Education and Expertise
Blake Watkins earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Linguistics and Classical Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz, completing his studies from 2009 to 2012. His educational background, combined with his experience in software engineering, has equipped him with a diverse skill set, including expertise in webRTC, Electron, and Hugo. He possesses a strong interest in puzzles, which complements his analytical skills in programming.
Background and Interests
Blake Watkins has a background that includes teaching and counseling. He served as a Teacher Assistant/Grader at UC Santa Cruz from 2011 to 2012 and as a Supervising Counselor at Encompass Community Services from 2014 to 2016. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys engaging in discussions about linguistics and mythology, as well as spending time surfing and with his family and dogs.