Dorothy K.
About Dorothy K.
Dorothy K. is a Data Tech Lead at Handl Health, with extensive experience in data engineering and software development across several prominent companies. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering and has authored a chapter in a notable handbook on algorithms.
Current Role at Handl Health
Dorothy K. serves as the Data Tech Lead at Handl Health, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing data technology initiatives and leading projects that enhance the company's data capabilities. Her expertise in data engineering and programming languages contributes to the development and implementation of effective data solutions.
Previous Experience at Databricks
Prior to her current role, Dorothy worked at Databricks as a Data Engineer from 2017 to 2020. During her three years there, she focused on data engineering tasks that supported data analytics and processing. Her experience at Databricks provided her with a strong foundation in big data technologies and cloud-based data solutions.
Professional Background in Data Engineering
Dorothy has a diverse background in data engineering, having worked at various organizations. She held the position of Senior Data Engineer at Ibotta, Inc. from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, she worked at Nutrien Ag Solutions as a Senior Data Engineer from 2020 to 2021. Her roles have equipped her with extensive knowledge in data processing and analysis.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Dorothy K. earned her Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo. She also holds a BMath in Applied Mathematics and a MASc in Systems Design Engineering from the same institution. Her academic background provides her with a strong theoretical foundation in engineering and mathematics, which she applies to her work in data technology.
Contributions to Research and Education
Dorothy has made significant contributions to the field of data engineering and education. She authored the 'Partitioning and Clustering' chapter in the 'Handbook of Algorithms for Physical Design Automation.' Furthermore, she served as a Hadoop and Spark Instructor at Metis from 2015 to 2017, where she taught advanced data processing techniques to students in New York City.