Julia Aspinall
About Julia Aspinall
Julia Aspinall is a Senior Software Engineer at Credit Karma, where she has worked since 2018, contributing to the development of various technologies including GraphQL. She holds a B.A. in English from Princeton University and an M.Ed in Elementary and Special Education from Chestnut Hill College.
Work at Credit Karma
Julia Aspinall has been employed at Credit Karma as a Senior Software Engineer since 2018. In this role, she has contributed to the development of various projects, including launching a new GraphQL service. She has worked across the technology stack utilizing React, Typescript, Scala, and GraphQL. Additionally, Julia has taken on leadership responsibilities by mentoring junior engineers and serving as the frontend lead for Karma Drive, a usage-based insurance program that scaled from a proof of concept to a significant initiative with over 1 million enrollments.
Education and Expertise
Julia Aspinall holds a Master of Education (M.Ed) in Elementary Education and Special Education from Chestnut Hill College. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Princeton University. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both technical and educational fields, enhancing her capabilities as a software engineer and mentor.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Credit Karma, Julia Aspinall held various positions in the education and technology sectors. She worked as a Project Manager and Course Developer at Udacity from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, she was a Marketing Operations Manager at Scholastic from 2008 to 2012 and a Manager of Content Project Management at Amplify from 2012 to 2015. Julia also served as a Special Education Teacher with Teach for America from 2006 to 2008, gaining diverse experience across different roles and industries.
Recruitment and Team Expansion
Julia Aspinall played a significant role in expanding the Los Angeles office during her tenure at Credit Karma. She conducted over 100 interviews, contributing to the growth of the team from approximately 25 to over 100 employees. This effort highlights her skills in recruitment and team development within a fast-paced technology environment.