Jackson Kopitz
About Jackson Kopitz
Jackson Kopitz is a software engineer with a background in electrical and computer engineering. He has held various leadership and engineering roles at organizations including Cornell University and Credit Karma.
Work at Credit Karma
Jackson Kopitz has been employed at Credit Karma as a Software Engineer since 2023. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of software solutions that assist users in managing their financial health. His responsibilities include coding, debugging, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.
Previous Experience at Cornell University Sustainable Design
Prior to his current position, Jackson Kopitz served as the Garage and Wayfinding Team Co-Lead at Cornell University Sustainable Design (CUSD) from 2019 to 2020. In this capacity, he was involved in projects focused on sustainable design practices and played a key role in coordinating team efforts to enhance navigational systems within the design framework.
Background in Autonomous Sailboat Team
Jackson Kopitz was actively involved with the Cornell Autonomous Sailboat Team (CUSail) from 2016 to 2020. He held multiple roles, including Business + Operations Lead, Full Team Lead, and Mechanical Team member. His contributions spanned various aspects of the team’s operations, emphasizing both leadership and technical skills in the development of autonomous sailing technology.
Education and Expertise
Jackson Kopitz earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Cornell University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2020. He further pursued a Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering at the same institution, which he completed in 2020. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and systems design.
Internship Experience
In addition to his academic pursuits, Jackson Kopitz gained practical experience through various internships. He worked as an Electrical Engineering Intern at Northrop Grumman in 2018 for two months, where he gained insights into electrical engineering applications. He also served as a Systems Engineering Intern at Outrider in 2020, further enhancing his skills in systems engineering.