Robert Lin
About Robert Lin
Robert Lin is a Software Engineer and Tech Lead currently working at Sourcegraph. He has a diverse background in software engineering, having held various roles at multiple companies since 2017.
Current Position at Sourcegraph
Robert Lin currently serves as a Software Engineer IC4 - Tech Lead at Sourcegraph, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for leading technical initiatives and guiding the development team. His experience at Sourcegraph includes previous roles where he contributed to various projects and team dynamics.
Previous Experience at Sourcegraph
Robert Lin has a substantial history with Sourcegraph, having worked there in multiple capacities. He started as a Software Engineer Intern from 2020 to 2021, then progressed to Software Engineer IC2 from 2021 to 2022. He later held the position of Software Engineer IC3 - Tech Lead from 2023 to 2024. His tenure at Sourcegraph spans various roles, showcasing his growth within the organization.
Education and Academic Background
Robert Lin studied at The University of British Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from 2016 to 2021. He also attended McKinnon Secondary College from 2012 to 2014 and The American School in Japan from 2014 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in software engineering.
Work Experience in Software Engineering
In addition to his roles at Sourcegraph, Robert Lin has worked in various software engineering positions. He was employed at RTrade Technologies Ltd. as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2019 and at Sumus Property Group as a Software Developer from 2019 to 2020. He also completed a Bioinformatics Co-op at BC Cancer in 2018 and interned at Riot Games in 2019.
Early Career and Other Roles
Robert Lin began his career in the food industry, working as a Pickle Tender at Kaylin & Hobbs Foods Inc. in 2017 for eight months. This early experience, combined with his technical roles, reflects his diverse background before fully transitioning into software engineering.