Hung Tran
About Hung Tran
Hung Tran is a Software Engineer with a strong background in computer science, having earned a Master's degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, San Diego. He has held various positions, including internships at Amazon and American Express, and has experience as a teaching assistant and tutor.
Current Position at Pocket Gems
Hung Tran has been employed as a Software Engineer at Pocket Gems since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the development and maintenance of software applications within the company. Pocket Gems is known for creating engaging mobile games, and Tran's expertise in software engineering supports the company's mission to deliver high-quality gaming experiences.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Hung Tran has accumulated diverse experience in software engineering through various internships and roles. He worked as a Software Engineering Intern at Amazon in 2018 for three months, where he gained practical experience in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, he interned at MITRE in 2017 for three months, focusing on software engineering projects. His experience also includes a Technology Internship at American Express in 2019 for two months.
Teaching and Tutoring Experience
Hung Tran served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2019 to 2021. In this role, he supported undergraduate students in their learning processes. Prior to this, he worked as a Tutor at the University of California San Diego from 2016 to 2017, where he assisted students in understanding computer science concepts. He also held the position of Instructional Apprentice at UC San Diego from 2018 to 2019.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Hung Tran studied Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Master of Science degree from 2019 to 2021. He also obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from the University of California, San Diego, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in software development and engineering principles.