Nikki Woo
About Nikki Woo
Nikki Woo is an incoming Software Engineer at Two Sigma, with a background in Computer Science and Engineering from UCLA. She has held various roles in software engineering and tutoring, demonstrating her commitment to problem-solving and collaboration.
Work at Two Sigma
Nikki Woo is currently an Incoming Software Engineer at Two Sigma, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to this role, she completed two internships at the same company, first in 2020 for three months and again in 2021 for two months. During her internships, she gained practical experience in software engineering, contributing to projects that required problem-solving skills and collaboration with diverse teams.
Education and Expertise
Nikki Woo studied at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from 2017 to 2021. She continued her education at UCLA, obtaining a Master of Science in Computer Science from 2021 to 2022. Her academic background provided her with a solid foundation in computer science principles and practices.
Background
Nikki Woo has been actively involved in various roles during her academic career. Since 2019, she has served as the Tutoring Chair for UPE at UCLA, overseeing tutoring programs for students. Additionally, she worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at UCLA for two months in 2018, where she participated in research projects that enhanced her analytical skills.
Internship Experience
Nikki Woo has gained significant internship experience in software engineering. In 2019, she interned at AT&T for three months, where she developed her technical skills. In addition to her internships at Two Sigma, she also worked as a Learning Assistant in the Undergraduate Learning Assistant Program at UCLA for three months in 2021, supporting fellow students in their studies.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Nikki Woo has a strong interest in tackling challenging problems and collaborating with individuals from various disciplines. Her experiences at UCLA allowed her to engage in solving complex problems while learning from diverse fields. This interdisciplinary approach has shaped her perspective and enhanced her ability to work effectively in team environments.