Nicholas Chow
About Nicholas Chow
Nicholas Chow is the Director of Software Engineering, Backend at Hinge, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in software engineering, with previous roles at companies such as Microsoft, Jet, and Hinge, and holds degrees in Computer Science and Kinesiology from The University of British Columbia.
Current Role at Hinge
Nicholas Chow serves as the Director of Software Engineering, Backend at Hinge since 2023. In this role, he oversees backend engineering operations, focusing on developing and maintaining the software infrastructure that supports Hinge's dating platform. His responsibilities include leading engineering teams, ensuring software quality, and implementing best practices in software development.
Previous Experience at Hinge
Prior to his current position, Nicholas held multiple roles at Hinge. He worked as a Senior Software Engineering Manager from 2021 to 2023, where he managed software engineering teams and projects. Before that, he served as a Software Engineering Manager from 2020 to 2021 and as a Staff Software Engineer from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Hinge contributed to the development of tools that help organizations differentiate between fact and opinion.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Chow has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) and a Bachelor of Human Kinetics (BHK) from The University of British Columbia, studying from 2003 to 2012. He also obtained a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Washington, studying from 2015 to 2017. His education in computational neuroscience and machine learning informs his software engineering practices.
Career Background
Nicholas has a varied career in software engineering, beginning with a role as a Software Engineer in Test at Microsoft in 2012. He continued at Microsoft as a Software Engineer (II) from 2013 to 2017. He then worked at Jet in various capacities, including Senior Software Engineer and Technical Lead, from 2017 to 2019. He also gained experience at INETCO Systems Limited as a Software Developer in R&D in 2011. Before transitioning to software engineering, he worked in healthcare as a Kinesiologist.
Interests in Software Development
Nicholas Chow has a strong interest in exploring the intersections of education, human reasoning, and gaming within the context of software development. He is particularly focused on creating tools that assist organizations in distinguishing between fact and opinion, reflecting his commitment to enhancing clarity and understanding in software applications.