Meredith Cornelius
About Meredith Cornelius
Meredith Cornelius is a Software Engineer based in Brooklyn, New York, with a diverse background in both technology and social work. She has transitioned from a decade-long career in the nonprofit sector to software engineering and has experience working with various organizations, including Twitter and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden
Meredith Cornelius currently serves as a Software Engineer at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2023. In this role, she applies her technical skills to develop software solutions that enhance the entertainment experience. Her position is remote, allowing her to contribute effectively from her base in Brooklyn, New York.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Sector
Before transitioning to software engineering, Meredith Cornelius worked extensively in the nonprofit sector. She held various roles, including Associate Program Manager at Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC from 2014 to 2015, and Evidence-Based Program Coordinator at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene from 2015 to 2017. Her experience in these roles involved program management and coordination, focusing on community impact.
Education and Technical Skills
Meredith Cornelius graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Fordham University in 2007. She later earned a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) from Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College in 2012. In 2021, she completed a Certificate in Full Stack Web Development from Fullstack Academy. Her technical expertise includes proficiency in React Testing Library, Storybook, Leaflet, JWT, Babel, and Google Firebase.
Career Transition to Software Engineering
Meredith transitioned to software engineering during the global pandemic, shifting from a decade-long career in the nonprofit sector. She participated in The Grace Hopper Program at Fullstack Academy, where she later served as a Teaching Fellow. Her journey reflects a commitment to combining her technical skills with her background in social work to create impactful projects.
Experience at Twitter
Meredith Cornelius worked at Twitter in various capacities, starting as an Apprentice Software Engineer in 2021. She progressed to a Software Engineer role from 2022 to 2023, where she contributed to front-end development on a feature team. Her tenure at Twitter was marked by a focus on developing user-friendly software solutions until she was affected by layoffs following a merger.