Nate Deakers
About Nate Deakers
Nate Deakers is a Software Engineer with a diverse background in wildlife biology and full stack web development. He has worked at various organizations, including NOAA and Fair Square Medicare, and has expertise in technologies such as React and Node.
Work at Fair Square Medicare
Nate Deakers has been employed as a Software Engineer at Fair Square Medicare since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the development of software solutions aimed at improving healthcare access and services. His work focuses on utilizing his full stack web development skills to create applications that enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at NOAA
Prior to his current position, Nate worked at the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) as a Research Technician from 2012 to 2014. During his two-year tenure in Santa Cruz, he engaged in research activities that contributed to the understanding of oceanic and atmospheric sciences.
Career at Olofson Environmental, Inc.
Nate served as a Biologist and Project Manager at Olofson Environmental, Inc. from 2014 to 2021. Over the course of seven years, he managed projects focused on wildlife biology and native habitat restoration. His role involved applying GIS software to tackle complex conservation challenges.
Education and Expertise
Nate Deakers studied Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography at the University of California, Santa Cruz, earning his degree from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education in 2021 at Rithm School, where he completed a program in Full Stack Web Development. His technical expertise includes proficiency in React, Node, Express, Flask, and SQLAlchemy.
Improv Comedy and Public Speaking
In addition to his technical career, Nate performs and teaches improv comedy in San Francisco. This involvement highlights his skills in creativity and public speaking, complementing his professional background in software engineering and wildlife biology.