Heather Johnson
About Heather Johnson
Heather Johnson is a Senior Backend Engineer currently working at Sila, where she has been employed since 2023. She has a diverse background in software engineering, management, and music performance, with notable experience at companies such as Amazon and Pacific Office Automation.
Work at SILA
Heather Johnson has been employed at Sila as a Senior Backend Engineer since 2023. Prior to this role, she worked at Sila as a Backend Engineer from 2021 to 2023. Her experience at Sila has allowed her to develop her skills in backend development and contribute to various projects within the company.
Education and Expertise
Heather Johnson studied at Springboard, where she completed the Software Engineering Career Track and received a certification. She also holds a Master of Music (M.M.) in Instrumental Performance from the University of Miami. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Music, Arts and Letters, Performance from Portland State University.
Background
Heather Johnson has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Contract Administrator at Pacific Office Automation from 2012 to 2014. She then transitioned to roles in the warehouse and logistics sector, including positions at Time and Oak as Shipping Manager and Amazon as FC Associate I/Warehouse Lead. Her experience in these roles has equipped her with strong organizational and management skills.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Heather has demonstrated her ability to solve complex challenges. She has volunteered to organize warehouses during peak seasons and has mastered intricate pieces of music. Her background in rowing has also contributed to her logical thinking skills, which she applies in software development.
Technical Skills
Heather Johnson possesses strong technical skills, particularly in Python and JavaScript. These programming languages have been instrumental in her success as a software developer. Her expertise in these areas has enabled her to excel in her roles at Sila and contribute effectively to software development projects.