Courtney Adams
About Courtney Adams
Courtney Adams is a Software Engineer at Gridwise in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a background in full-stack web development and graphic design. She has experience in cloud platforms, container orchestration, and front-end technologies.
Work at Gridwise
Courtney Adams has been employed as a Software Engineer at Gridwise since 2022. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she has contributed to the company's software development efforts for two years. Her role involves utilizing her technical skills to enhance the functionality and performance of Gridwise's applications.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Gridwise, Courtney worked at 6 Degrees Health, Inc. as a Fullstack Junior Web Developer. She held this position from 2018 to 2019 for seven months, where she gained experience in full-stack development. Additionally, she served as a Junior Product Owner for four months during her time at the same company, further expanding her understanding of product management.
Educational Background
Courtney Adams has pursued various educational opportunities. She studied at Portland State University, focusing on Pre-Med in 2013. She also completed an Engineering Immersion Program in Full Stack Web Development (JavaScript) at Thinkful in 2018. Earlier, she earned an Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Clatsop Community College from 2010 to 2012.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Courtney possesses strong technical skills in software development, particularly in using Kubernetes and Docker for container orchestration. She has expertise in distributed systems, focusing on microservices and service-oriented architecture. Additionally, she is proficient in cloud platforms, including AWS and Azure, utilizing services such as AWS S3, SNS, SQS, EKS, and Azure AKS.
Experience in Graphic Design and Customer Service
Courtney has a background in graphic design and customer service. She worked as a Graphic Artist at New Seasons Market from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, she held roles as a Produce Clerk and Baker at the same market from 2013 to 2016. This diverse experience has contributed to her adaptability and ability to learn quickly in various work environments.