Caroline Kinnen
About Caroline Kinnen
Caroline Kinnen is a Software Developer with a background in data analysis and engineering. She has worked at various organizations, including Marqeta, KIPP Chicago, and Thoughtworks, and holds a Bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University and a Master's degree from the University of Chicago.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Currently, Caroline Kinnen holds the position of Software Developer at ThoughtWorks, where she has been employed since 2022. In this role, she focuses on software development projects, applying her expertise in programming and data management. Caroline actively mentors and trains junior team members, sharing her knowledge of programming fundamentals and technical tradeoffs. Her contributions include implementing an automated testing framework that adheres to a comprehensive testing pyramid, ensuring the validation of functionality and integration within software applications.
Previous Experience in Data Engineering and Analysis
Caroline Kinnen has a diverse background in data engineering and analysis. She worked as a Data Engineer Intern at Marqeta, Inc. for three months in 2021, where she gained practical experience in data management. Prior to this, she served as a Senior Data Analyst at KIPP Chicago from 2019 to 2020, and as a Data Systems Coordinator at the same organization from 2018 to 2019. Her role involved analyzing data systems and contributing to data-driven decision-making processes.
Educational Background
Caroline Kinnen earned her Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Political Science from The Ohio State University, graduating Magna cum laude in 2017. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's in Computational Analysis and Public Policy from the University of Chicago in 2022. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in both technical and analytical skills, which she applies in her professional roles.
Internship Experience
Throughout her career, Caroline Kinnen has completed several internships that provided her with valuable experience. In 2016, she interned at the Center for Financial Services Innovation (CFSI) for three months, where she contributed to program initiatives. She also served as an intern at the Ohio House of Representatives in 2015 and worked as a Democracy Fellow for Campus Vote Project in 2016. These roles helped her develop a comprehensive understanding of data systems and public policy.
Contributions to Data Management
Caroline Kinnen has made significant contributions to data management systems in her previous roles. Notably, she contributed to the transformation of a data management and reporting platform for a Fortune 50 manufacturing company. Additionally, she built a Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline in Jenkins, utilizing REST API principles to deploy multiple systems effectively. These experiences highlight her technical capabilities and her ability to enhance data processes.