Emma Tran
About Emma Tran
Emma Tran is a Software Engineer Co-op at Kinaxis in Toronto, Ontario, where she has worked since 2021. She has experience in software development, tutoring, and customer service, and is currently studying Computer Software Engineering at the University of Manitoba.
Work at Kinaxis
Emma Tran has been employed at Kinaxis as a Software Engineer Co-op since 2021. In this role, she has developed and maintained unit test cases for a data processing platform, utilizing both Scala and Python. Her responsibilities include preparing and presenting sprint planning sessions, which encompass kick-off, review, and retrospective meetings. Emma has also updated Helm charts and deployed platform upgrades on Azure Databricks using Kubernetes, contributing to the efficiency and functionality of the platform.
Education and Expertise
Emma Tran is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Software Engineering at the University of Manitoba, a program she has been enrolled in since 2018. Through her academic journey, she has gained expertise in software development and engineering principles. Her participation in hackathons and knowledge transfer sessions further enhances her practical skills and understanding of the field.
Background
Before her current role at Kinaxis, Emma worked at Nimbus Learning as a Computer Science Tutor from 2019 to 2021. She also served as a competitor at ENGCOMM for three months in 2020. Emma has experience in various customer service roles, including positions as a server and cashier, which have contributed to her understanding of business operations and work ethic. Additionally, she worked as a tutor for the University of Manitoba Engineering Society during the same period.
Achievements in IEEE WIE Winnipeg Section
Emma Tran has been active as a Marketing Coordinator for the IEEE WIE Winnipeg Section since 2020. In this role, she has contributed to the promotion and organization of events, enhancing the visibility of the organization within the community. Her involvement demonstrates her commitment to fostering professional development and networking opportunities in the engineering field.