Deirdre Kong
About Deirdre Kong
Deirdre Kong is a Senior Staff Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development, having worked at notable companies such as Climate, PayPal, and eBay. She holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of California, Davis.
Current Role at The Climate Corporation
Deirdre Kong serves as a Senior Staff Software Engineer at The Climate Corporation. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's mission of leveraging technology to improve agricultural practices. In her role, she focuses on developing software solutions that enhance data analysis and decision-making for farmers and agricultural stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to her current role, Deirdre Kong accumulated extensive experience in software engineering across several notable companies. She worked at PayPal as a Member of Technical Staff from 2015 to 2017. Before that, she was employed at eBay Inc as Software Engineer III from 2013 to 2015. Her career also includes a position as R&D Senior Engineer at PDI/Dreamworks Animation from 2012 to 2013, and as an Advanced Software Engineer at General Dynamics AIS from 2009 to 2012.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Deirdre Kong holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Davis. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the same institution. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in software development and engineering principles.
Work History Overview
Deirdre Kong's professional journey spans over a decade in the technology sector. She began her career at General Dynamics AIS, where she worked for three years. Following that, she transitioned to PDI/Dreamworks Animation for one year, then to eBay Inc for two years. After her tenure at PayPal, she joined The Climate Corporation, where she has been for over seven years.