Russell Dempsey
About Russell Dempsey
Russell Dempsey is a software engineer with a background in computer software engineering and computer science. He has worked for several notable companies, including Amazon, PayPal, and The Nerdery, and currently works at Protocol Labs.
Work at Protocol Labs
Russell Dempsey has been employed at Protocol Labs as a Software Engineer since 2022. He works remotely, contributing to the company's projects and initiatives. His role involves utilizing his extensive background in software engineering to develop solutions and enhance processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Russell Dempsey holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Software Engineering from Bellevue University, where he studied from 2012 to 2014. He also earned an Associate of Science in Computer Science from Metropolitan Community College, studying from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he completed an Associate's degree in General Studies at the Community College of the Air Force from 2005 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in various technologies, including JavaScript, node.js, C++, and machine learning.
Professional Background
Russell Dempsey has a diverse professional background in software engineering. He began his career at PayPal as a Software Engineer from 2009 to 2012, followed by a position at The Nerdery as a Senior Frontend Engineer from 2012 to 2015. He then worked at Amazon in various roles, including Software Engineer - Frontend from 2015 to 2018 and Senior Software Engineer from 2018 to 2021. He also served as a mentor at Thinkful, focusing on JavaScript, Frontend Web Development, and Angular.
Interests and Specialties
Russell Dempsey has a strong interest in a wide range of technologies, including artificial intelligence, genetic algorithms, and data science. He is particularly passionate about process improvement, which he considers his ultimate specialty. His personal motto, 'Pursue Truth; Share Knowledge,' reflects his commitment to learning and sharing knowledge with others. He prefers development work over management tasks, focusing on individual contributions.