Puneeth Vijayendra
About Puneeth Vijayendra
Puneeth Vijayendra is a Software Engineer III currently employed at Credit Karma, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in software engineering with experience at companies such as Cisco, LendingClub, and UCLA Health, and holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Master of Science from Georgia Institute of Technology.
Current Role at Credit Karma
Puneeth Vijayendra currently holds the position of Software Engineer III at Credit Karma. He has been with the company since 2020, contributing to various software development projects. His role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining software solutions that enhance the user experience and improve financial literacy.
Previous Experience at Credit Karma
Before his current role, Puneeth worked at Credit Karma as a Software Engineer II from 2019 to 2020. During this time, he focused on developing and optimizing software applications to support the company's mission of helping users make informed financial decisions.
Education and Expertise
Puneeth Vijayendra earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His academic background provides a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices.
Professional Background
Puneeth has a diverse professional background in software engineering. He began his career as a Software Engineering Intern at Cisco in 2015. He then progressed to a full-time Software Engineer role at Cisco from 2016 to 2017. Following his time at Cisco, he worked at LendingClub as an Associate Software Engineer from 2017 to 2019, and briefly as a Software Engineer in 2019.
Early Career at UCLA Health
Puneeth's early career included a position as a Programmer Analyst in Neuro Informatics Support & Services at UCLA Health from 2013 to 2014. In this role, he contributed to projects that supported neuroinformatics initiatives, gaining valuable experience in software development and data management.