Jen Scobie
About Jen Scobie
Jen Scobie is a Senior Engineering Manager at Credit Karma, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in Information Technology and Pure Mathematics, with extensive experience in software engineering and management across various companies in the UK and Australia.
Current Role at Credit Karma
Jen Scobie serves as a Senior Engineering Manager at Credit Karma, a position she has held since 2018. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she oversees engineering projects and leads teams to enhance the company's technology offerings. Her role involves managing development processes and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Prior to her current role, Jen Scobie worked at Earnest Inc. as Director of Platform Engineering from 2016 to 2018. In this capacity, she was responsible for leading engineering teams and driving platform development initiatives. She also held the position of Lead Engineer at Earnest Inc. from 2015 to 2016, where she contributed to software development and team leadership.
Technical Background and Education
Jen Scobie earned a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Western Australia, where she studied Information Technology Applications and Pure Mathematics from 1999 to 2002. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in technical concepts and analytical skills, which she has applied throughout her career in software engineering.
Career Progression in Software Development
Jen Scobie has a diverse career in software development, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. She began her career as an Analyst Programmer at Fairfax Digital from 2004 to 2005, later advancing to Development Team Leader at the same company from 2005 to 2007. She has also held positions as a Software Engineer at ThoughtWorks in both the UK and US, as well as contract roles at several financial institutions, including RBS Markets & International Banking and Lloyds TSB.
Experience in Contract Software Development
Throughout her career, Jen Scobie has engaged in contract software development roles at several organizations. Notable positions include her work at Kaupthing Singer & Friedlander in 2007-2008 and Reed Business Information in 2008. These roles allowed her to gain experience in various projects and enhance her technical skills in different environments.