Joshua Castaneda
About Joshua Castaneda
Joshua Castaneda is a Technical Lead with a B.S. in Computer Science from UC Santa Barbara. He has extensive experience in software engineering, having worked at various companies including Dealpath, Riverbed Technology, and Yardi Systems.
Work at Dealpath
Joshua Castaneda currently serves as a Technical Lead at Dealpath, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering deliverables and managing project requirements. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Dealpath from 2017 to 2022. During his tenure, he led the team that shipped the first iteration of task approvals, demonstrating his capability in managing complex software projects.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Castaneda earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills and expertise in software engineering, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles.
Professional Background
Joshua Castaneda has a diverse professional background in software engineering. He began his career as a Software Engineering Intern at Control Point Corporation in 2010. He then worked as a Computer Programmer at Yardi Systems from 2011 to 2012, followed by a role as a Junior Software Engineer at Glimmerglass Networks from 2012 to 2013. He continued his career at Riverbed Technology as a Software Engineer from 2014 to 2017 before joining Dealpath.
Coaching Experience
In addition to his technical roles, Joshua Castaneda has experience in coaching. He served as the Frosh/Soph Soccer Head Coach at San Marcos High School from 2009 to 2010. This role involved mentoring young athletes and developing their skills in soccer, showcasing his leadership abilities outside of the software engineering field.
Achievements in Software Engineering
Throughout his career, Joshua Castaneda has made significant contributions to software engineering projects. At Dealpath, he successfully managed shifting project requirements with minimal delays, ensuring the overall roadmap remained on track. He also extended product capabilities to support a broader range of customer record types at Riverbed Technology, enhancing the functionality of existing systems.