Nate Lee
About Nate Lee
Nate Lee is a Software Engineer II at Experient Group, with a diverse background in music education and software development. He has held various roles, including instructor and president of the Georgia Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society, and has a strong foundation in both percussion performance and software engineering.
Current Role at Experient Group
Nate Lee currently serves as a Software Engineer II at Experient Group, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he applies his software engineering skills to develop innovative solutions. His responsibilities include utilizing Docker for containerization and contributing to cloud-based solutions using platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. His experience in both frontend and backend technologies, including React and Node.js, supports his work in creating efficient software applications.
Previous Experience in Music Education
Before transitioning to software engineering, Nate Lee had an extensive background in music education. He worked as an Artist Affiliate and Instructor of Percussion at Reinhardt University from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, he served as President of the Georgia Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society from 2019 to 2021. His role as a Percussion Teaching Assistant at the University of Georgia from 2010 to 2012 further solidified his expertise in music performance and education.
Educational Background in Music and Economics
Nate Lee's educational journey includes a Doctor of Musical Arts in Percussion Performance from the Hugh Hodgson School of Music, which he completed from 2012 to 2018. He also earned a Master of Music in Percussion Performance from the University of Georgia between 2010 and 2012. Earlier, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Music in Percussion Performance from Indiana University Bloomington from 2006 to 2010. This diverse educational background supports his multifaceted career.
Transition to Software Engineering
Nate Lee transitioned from a career in music education to software engineering, leveraging his skills in communication and coaching developed through teaching. He completed a Full Stack Immersive Program in Software Development at DigitalCrafts in 2021, where he earned a Certificate of Completion. This program equipped him with the necessary technical skills to pursue a career in software engineering, allowing him to blend his artistic background with technology.
Professional Development and Skills
Nate Lee possesses a strong foundation in both frontend and backend technologies, with expertise in React and Node.js. His experience includes developing cloud-based solutions and utilizing Docker for containerization. His diverse skill set, combined with his background in economics and music, enables him to approach software engineering with a unique perspective, enhancing his contributions to projects at Experient Group.