Jaime Piedra
About Jaime Piedra
Jaime Piedra is a Software Engineer currently employed at Foursquare, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in business analysis and software development, having previously worked at S&P Global Market Intelligence and participated in various technical projects.
Current Role at Foursquare
Jaime Piedra has been employed at Foursquare as a Software Engineer since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of software solutions that leverage location data. His responsibilities include coding, debugging, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products.
Previous Experience at S&P Global Market Intelligence
Jaime Piedra worked at S&P Global Market Intelligence from 2012 to 2020, where he held the positions of Business Analyst and later Senior Business Analyst. During his tenure, he was involved in various projects, including the integration of internal databases and the development of applications for processing large datasets. He contributed to a migration effort to port legacy code to Scala, enhancing data processing capabilities.
Education at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Jaime Piedra studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from 2008 to 2012, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemistry. His education at MIT provided him with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which he applies in his professional career.
Experience at Recurse Center
Jaime Piedra participated in the Recurse Center from 2020 to 2021 for a duration of three months. This program focuses on self-directed learning and collaboration among software engineers, allowing participants to enhance their coding skills and work on personal projects in a supportive environment.
Role at The Achievement Network
In 2011, Jaime Piedra worked as an Assessment Builder at The Achievement Network for one month in Boston, MA. In this role, he was involved in creating assessments aimed at improving educational outcomes, contributing to the organization's mission of supporting schools and educators.