Luke Zhang
About Luke Zhang
Luke Zhang is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in mobile application development and mentorship. He has worked at Latch since 2019, where he has contributed to significant projects including the migration of the Android app to modern technologies.
Work at Latch
Luke Zhang has been employed at Latch as a Senior Software Engineer since 2019. In this role, he has contributed significantly to the development of the company's software solutions. He played a key role in migrating Latch's Android app to Kotlin and Jetpack, which modernized the app's architecture. Additionally, he designed and implemented the NFC Unlock feature, enhancing user access capabilities. He also provides mentorship and technical support to the Android team across multiple feature pods.
Previous Experience at Gilt.com
Luke Zhang gained valuable experience at Gilt.com, where he worked in various software engineering roles. He started as a Software Engineer Intern for two months in 2017, followed by a six-month position as a Software Engineer in 2018. He progressed to Software Engineer II, serving in this capacity for one year from 2018 to 2019. His time at Gilt.com contributed to his professional development in software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Luke Zhang holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from Columbia University, where he studied from 2016 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Lehigh University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2015. His educational background provided him with a strong foundation in computer science principles and practices, which he applies in his current role.
Background in Teaching and Mentorship
Luke Zhang has a background in teaching and mentorship, having served as a Teaching Assistant at Lehigh University from 2014 to 2015. He also worked as a WIRED Consultant at the same institution for ten months during the same period. Additionally, he participated in the Mountaintop Fellowship at Lehigh University for three months in 2015. These experiences highlight his commitment to education and support in the academic community.
Experience at ALK, a Trimble Company
Before joining Latch, Luke Zhang worked at ALK, a Trimble Company, as a Software Engineer from 2015 to 2017. His role at ALK contributed to his professional growth and experience in software engineering, further enhancing his skills in the field.