Desmond Hsu
About Desmond Hsu
Desmond Hsu is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and team leadership. He has worked for various companies in Sydney, Australia, including Lendi, Macquarie Group, and Leonardo.Ai, focusing on agile software engineering and the creation of maintainable applications.
Work at Leonardo.Ai
Desmond Hsu currently serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Leonardo.Ai, where he has been employed since 2023. His role focuses on software engineering practices that enhance the development of innovative solutions within the company. He emphasizes agile methodologies to ensure efficient project delivery and maintainable code.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current position, Desmond Hsu held various roles in software engineering across multiple organizations. He worked at Lendi as a Senior Software Engineer for seven months in 2022 and previously as a Software Engineer for a year. He also served as a Technical Lead at Macquarie Group for four months in 2023 and as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Antler for two months in the same year.
Educational Background
Desmond Hsu studied at Macquarie University from 2011 to 2015, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Software Engineering. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in software development principles and practices.
Leadership and Team Management
Desmond has experience in leading teams to build successful software projects. His focus is on creating lean and maintainable applications that ensure long-term support. He has demonstrated the ability to bridge the gap between business and technology, highlighting the importance of agile software engineering in project management.
Early Career and Development
Desmond Hsu began his career with roles such as a Software Engineer at Cammy in 2016 and at Eclipx Group as a Lead Back-End Engineer in 2020. He also owned a business called Allwrencher in 2018. His early experiences contributed to his passion for understanding technology and continuous learning.