Lexi Galantino
About Lexi Galantino
Lexi Galantino is a Senior Software Engineer at Zipline, where she leads software integration and the development of critical applications. She has a background in Biopsychology and Computer Science from Tufts University and has held various engineering roles at GitHub and Penn Medicine.
Work at Zipline
Lexi Galantino has been employed at Zipline as a Senior Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, she acts as a Software Integration Lead, coordinating efforts across more than six teams to integrate the work of over 60 engineers into a cohesive, automated, and reliable distributed system. She is also responsible for leading the development of Shipper Tools, a B2B suite of applications utilized by partner employees for product shipping. Additionally, she is driving the 0->1 build of system-wide automated smoke tests to catch regressions and improve system reliability. Lexi has also led the development and launch of a new customer service platform that is now the primary platform for Zipline's busiest global operations.
Education and Expertise
Lexi Galantino studied at Tufts University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology and Computer Science from 2014 to 2018. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both the technical and psychological aspects of software development. This diverse academic experience supports her expertise in software engineering and system integration.
Background
Prior to her current role at Zipline, Lexi gained valuable experience in various positions. She worked at GitHub as a Senior Software Engineer in 2021 and held multiple roles there from 2018 to 2021, including Software Engineer III and Software Engineer II focusing on Trust & Safety. Her early career included research positions at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, and teaching roles at Tufts University, where she served as a Teaching Assistant and Teaching Fellow.
Achievements
Lexi Galantino has contributed to significant projects throughout her career. At Zipline, she has led the development and launch of a new customer service platform, enhancing operational efficiency. She also conducted a workshop at LeadDev in October, focusing on connecting with people and exchanging ideas. Her technical leadership in developing Shipper Tools and automated testing systems demonstrates her commitment to improving software reliability and user experience.