Joanna Wood
About Joanna Wood
Joanna Wood is a software developer based in Toronto, Canada, with a diverse background in engineering and project management. She has held various roles in software development, volunteering, and engineering across several organizations, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and team morale enhancement.
Current Role at Cover
Joanna Wood has been working as a Software Developer at Cover since 2019. In this role, she applies her technical skills to develop software solutions, contributing to the company's projects and objectives. Her experience in software development allows her to engage with complex coding tasks and collaborate with team members to enhance product functionality.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Cover, Joanna worked at Lighthouse Labs as a Full Stack Developer for three months in 2019. She also participated in a UX Design workshop at Bitmaker General Assembly and completed a web development course at Skillcrush in 2018. These experiences provided her with a solid foundation in various aspects of software development and user experience design.
Educational Background
Joanna holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc) in Chemical Engineering from Queen's University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She also completed a Diploma of Web Development at Lighthouse Labs in 2019. This combination of engineering and web development education equips her with a diverse skill set applicable in her current software development role.
Volunteer Experience
Joanna has a history of volunteer work, including a two-year tenure at the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada from 2016 to 2018. She also volunteered at Peterborough Regional Health Centre in 2010 and served as an Englinks Coordinator for the Engineering Society of Queen's University from 2013 to 2014. These roles demonstrate her commitment to community service and teamwork.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Joanna is known for her ability to use humor to enhance team morale during challenging tasks. She enjoys investigating granular details and translating them into actionable plans that align with broader objectives. Her background in engineering and project management aids her in identifying gaps in processes and implementing effective solutions, driven by a curiosity and a persistent attitude.