Xun Ding
About Xun Ding
Xun Ding is a Senior Software Engineer at Hearst, with extensive experience in both front-end and back-end technologies. He holds a Master of Arts in Near and Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago and a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Work at Hearst
Xun Ding has been employed at Hearst as a Senior Software Engineer since 2021. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience in software development to contribute to various projects. His responsibilities include both front-end and back-end development, leveraging technologies such as C# .NET and ASP.NET. His tenure at Hearst marks a significant phase in his career, where he continues to apply his technical skills in a dynamic environment.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Hearst, Xun Ding worked at Maestro Health as a Senior Software Engineer from 2016 to 2021. His previous roles include a position at comScore, Inc. as a Staff Web Developer from 2010 to 2015 and as a Front End Engineer at Cision from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he served as a Web Developer at the Metropolitan Chicago Information Center from 2003 to 2009. This diverse experience has equipped him with a robust skill set in software development.
Education and Expertise
Xun Ding holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Near and Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago, completed between 1997 and 2000. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago from 2000 to 2003. In addition to his formal education, he has pursued further studies in Machine Learning through Udacity, achieving a NanoDegree in 2018, and continues to expand his knowledge in this area through Coursera.
Technical Skills and Technologies
Xun Ding possesses a strong background in both front-end and back-end technologies. He is proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks, including AngularJS, Ionic Framework, and Vue.js. His expertise extends to C# .NET and ASP.NET, which he has applied throughout his career in various software development roles. His ongoing studies in Machine Learning demonstrate his commitment to staying current with industry trends and technologies.