Helen Dempsey
About Helen Dempsey
Helen Dempsey is an Associate Software Engineer currently employed at The New York Times since 2023. She has a background in web development, graphic design, and computer science, with previous roles at organizations such as Fordham University and Bergdorf Goodman.
Current Role at The New York Times
Helen Dempsey serves as an Associate Software Engineer at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she contributes to software development projects, utilizing her skills in programming and software engineering. The New York Times is known for its commitment to quality journalism and innovative technology, making it a significant platform for her career.
Previous Experience at Girls Who Code
In 2020, Helen Dempsey worked as an Instructor at Girls Who Code for a duration of one month. This organization focuses on closing the gender gap in technology and empowering young women through coding education. Her role involved teaching programming skills to students, fostering interest in technology among young women.
Background in Web Development and Design
Helen Dempsey has a background in web development and graphic design, having worked at Fordham University from 2019 to 2020 as a Web Developer and Graphic Designer for two months. Additionally, she served as a Web Designer at Bergdorf Goodman from 2020 to 2023, where she applied her design skills to create engaging web experiences.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Helen Dempsey studied Computer Science at Fordham University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 2016 to 2020. She also studied at Sogang University in 2018 for 11 months, further enhancing her technical knowledge and skills in the field of computer science.
Tutoring and Research Experience at Fordham University
While at Fordham University, Helen Dempsey gained valuable experience as a Computer Science Tutor from 2019 to 2019 for four months and as a Research Assistant from 2019 to 2020 for seven months. These roles allowed her to support fellow students in their studies and contribute to academic research projects.