Josh Leichtung
About Josh Leichtung
Josh Leichtung serves as the Senior Director of Application Engineering at Hinge Health, where he emphasizes the importance of clean code and collaborative learning. With a background in various engineering roles at Hinge Health and other organizations, he advocates for simple solutions in software development.
Work at Hinge Health
Josh Leichtung currently serves as the Senior Director of Application Engineering at Hinge Health, a position he has held since 2024. He has been with the company for several years, previously working as the Director of Application Engineering from 2021 to 2024 and as the Head of Application Engineering from 2019 to 2021. His career at Hinge Health began in 2018 when he joined as a Staff Engineer. Throughout his tenure, he has emphasized the importance of writing clean, well-tested code and has been an advocate for simple and elegant solutions in software development.
Education and Expertise
Josh Leichtung studied at the University of California, Berkeley. His academic background has contributed to his expertise in software engineering and application development. He is passionate about writing clean and maintainable code, as well as sharing knowledge with others in the field. His commitment to learning and teaching is evident in his previous role as a Mentor at Dev Bootcamp in 2017.
Background
Before joining Hinge Health, Josh Leichtung held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked at California Summer Music as the Head of Operations/IT and Development from 2009 to 2016. Prior to that, he served as the Director of IT & Operations at Savoy Ventures from 2004 to 2009. His diverse background in operations and IT has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both technical and managerial aspects of software development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Josh Leichtung has focused on enhancing team productivity and implementing best practices in software development. His advocacy for clean code and effective solutions has influenced his teams and projects positively. His leadership roles at Hinge Health and previous organizations reflect his commitment to fostering a productive work environment and mentoring others in the field.