Derek Shigetomi
About Derek Shigetomi
Derek Shigetomi is a Junior Full Stack Software Engineer based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with a background in finance and computer programming. He has experience working at Shipfusion and Jelka Seals Limited, among other companies.
Work at ShipFusion
Derek Shigetomi currently holds the position of Junior Full Stack Software Engineer at ShipFusion, where he has been employed since 2022. His role involves developing and maintaining software applications, utilizing both front-end and back-end technologies. Prior to this position, he interned at ShipFusion in 2021 as a Full-Stack PHP Developer for three months. During his internship, he gained practical experience in software development and contributed to various projects within the company.
Previous Experience in Web Development
Before his current role at ShipFusion, Derek Shigetomi worked as a Web Developer at Jelka Seals Limited from 2019 to 2020 for five months. In this position, he focused on creating and optimizing web applications. He also held a position as a Trade Finance Administrator at Canada Bread Company, Limited in 2019 for five months, where he was involved in financial processes related to trade.
Education and Expertise
Derek Shigetomi studied at Humber College, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from 2015 to 2019. He furthered his education at Seneca College, completing a program in Computer Programming from 2019 to 2023. This combination of finance and programming education provides him with a diverse skill set applicable in technology and business environments.
Early Career Experience
Derek began his career as a Sales Associate at Canadian Tire Corporation, where he worked from 2014 to 2017 for three years. This role provided him with foundational experience in customer service and retail operations, contributing to his overall professional development.