Michelle Funcke
About Michelle Funcke
Michelle Funcke is a Software Engineer currently working at Security Compass in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She has a strong background in Mathematics and Physics, holding multiple degrees and has experience in various roles including Mathematics Tutor and Quality Analyst.
Current Role at Security Compass
Michelle Funcke has been employed as a Software Engineer at Security Compass since 2021. In this role, she contributes to software development projects, focusing on creating and enhancing features for SD Elements. She works within an agile team, applying her expertise in empirical simulations and automation to improve software functionality and performance.
Previous Experience in Software Quality Assurance
Prior to her current position, Michelle held the role of Quality Analyst at Security Compass from 2018 to 2021. In this capacity, she was responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products. Before that, she worked as a Quality Analyst at Derivco from 2015 to 2018, where she further developed her skills in software testing and quality assurance.
Educational Background in Mathematics and Physics
Michelle Funcke earned her Master of Science (MSc) in Applied Mathematics from Rhodes University, where she studied from 2013 to 2015. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Physics and Mathematics from the same institution, completed in 2012. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science with Honours (BScH) in Physics and Mathematics from Rhodes University in 2013.
Tutoring Experience
Michelle has experience in tutoring, having worked as a Mathematics Tutor at InstaEDU from 2013 to 2015. She also served as a Tutor at Rhodes University from 2012 to 2014, where she supported students in their understanding of mathematical concepts and problem-solving techniques.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Michelle possesses strong technical skills in programming languages, including Python, PowerShell, and C#. Her expertise extends to empirical simulations and automation within software development. She has a solid foundation in mathematical modeling and mathematical physics, which enhances her contributions to software engineering projects.