Joseph Sheedy
About Joseph Sheedy
Joseph Sheedy is a Perception Software Engineer currently working at Zipline since 2022. He has extensive experience in software development, having held various engineering roles at companies such as Saildrone Inc., Vulcan Inc., and Rooster Park Consulting, alongside a strong academic background in Atmospheric Science and Physics.
Current Role at Zipline
Joseph Sheedy currently serves as a Perception Software Engineer at Zipline, a position he has held since 2022. He works in South San Francisco, California, where he applies his expertise in software development to enhance the company's perception systems. His role involves leveraging his background in data management and visualization to contribute to innovative solutions in the field of drone technology.
Previous Experience at Saildrone Inc.
Joseph Sheedy worked at Saildrone Inc. from 2019 to 2022, where he held the position of Lead Forecast Engineer for three years in Alameda, California. During his tenure, he focused on developing forecasting models and enhancing the company's capabilities in ocean data collection. He also served as a Platform Engineer at Saildrone Inc. for one year prior to his role as Lead Forecast Engineer.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Sheedy earned a Master of Science in Atmospheric Science from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where he studied from 1998 to 2000. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Atmospheric Science from the University of Washington, obtained between 1994 and 1998. His educational background supports his expertise in full stack development, data collection, statistics, and data visualization.
Career Background in Software Development
Joseph Sheedy has extensive experience in software development, having worked in various roles since 2003. He served as a Senior Python Developer at Vulcan Inc. from 2015 to 2017 and as a Senior Software Engineer at Rooster Park Consulting in 2018. His career also includes positions at 3TIER and Velotron Heavy Industries, where he contributed to software development and project management over a span of several years.
Contributions to Open Source and Research
Throughout his career, Joseph Sheedy has contributed to open source projects and executed research in both field and laboratory settings. His research focused on addressing challenges related to global climate change. He has developed and shipped Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality products, showcasing his ability to integrate advanced technologies into practical applications.