Josh Karges
About Josh Karges
Josh Karges is a Senior Software Engineer at Nuro, where he has worked since 2019, focusing on interactive visualizations and user interface design. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and a Master's in Robotics from the University of Pennsylvania, with over nine years of experience in software development across various domains.
Work at Nuro
Josh Karges has been employed at Nuro as a Senior Software Engineer since 2019. In this role, he has contributed significantly to the development of interactive applications. He has architected multiple shared TypeScript modules to enhance functionalities such as form building and API call status tracking. Additionally, he led the implementation of a design system at Nuro, which ensures a consistent user experience across all applications.
Education and Expertise
Josh Karges holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Robotics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2004 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Robotics from the University of Pennsylvania, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in developing interactive visualizations and user interfaces.
Background
Prior to his current position at Nuro, Josh Karges worked at several organizations. He served as a Design Engineer II at ASML from 2012 to 2014 and as a Tech Lead at CBRE Build from 2017 to 2019. He also gained experience as an intern at Robotic Research LLC in 2011. His diverse work history spans various domains, including commercial real estate and machine learning.
Technical Skills
Josh Karges specializes in creating intuitive and engaging user interfaces for data exploration and analysis. He possesses a strong background in web development, with expertise in technologies such as React, TypeScript, Node, and Python. His technical skills enable him to develop interactive 2D and 3D visualizations effectively.
Professional Experience
With over nine years of experience in software development, Josh Karges has a proven track record in various roles. His experience includes working as a Tech Lead at CBRE Build and as a Design Engineer II at ASML. His career reflects a commitment to developing innovative solutions in technology and engineering.