Rachel Smith
About Rachel Smith
Rachel Smith is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and engineering roles across various companies. She has a strong educational background in Computer Science, holding both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in the field.
Current Role at Handshake
Rachel Smith serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Handshake, a position she has held since 2020. Her role involves developing software solutions and contributing to various engineering projects. She operates from Denver, Colorado, and has accumulated four years of experience in this role.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to her current position, Rachel held several software engineering roles. She worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Uplight from 2019 to 2020 and at Tendril from 2018 to 2019. Before that, she was a Senior Software Developer at Oracle from 2014 to 2017 and a Software Developer at HomeWorks Energy, Inc. from 2017 to 2018. These experiences have contributed to her expertise in software development.
Educational Background
Rachel Smith earned her Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science from Tufts University, completing her studies from 2013 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science from Union College, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in computer science principles.
Early Career and Tutoring Experience
Rachel began her career with various tutoring and internship roles while studying at Union College. She worked as a Writing Center Tutor, AOP Tutor, and Private Tutor from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she served as a Development Intern at IntelliSites for seven months in 2010. These positions helped her develop communication and technical skills.
Work History Overview
Rachel's work history includes a range of positions in software engineering and tutoring. She has worked at Union College in multiple roles, including as a Computer Science Helpdesk Volunteer and Summer Research Assistant. Her diverse experiences span various companies and roles, reflecting her commitment to the field of software engineering.