Emily Tyska
About Emily Tyska
Emily Tyska is a Software Engineer currently working at Watershed since 2023. She has a background in cognitive psychology and computer science, and enjoys crafts, playing the piano, and dancing.
Work at Watershed
Emily Tyska has been employed at Watershed as a Software Engineer since 2023. She works remotely and has contributed to various projects during her tenure. Her role involves software development and problem-solving, leveraging her technical skills to enhance the company's offerings.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Watershed, Emily Tyska held the position of Founding Client Side Engineer at Benepass from 2020 to 2021. She also worked at Facebook as a Senior Software Engineer for seven years, from 2013 to 2020. In these roles, she developed her expertise in software engineering and contributed to significant projects.
Education and Training in Computer Science
Emily Tyska studied at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC), where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Intensive Cognitive Psychology from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, she completed a Computer Science Intensive program at Hackbright Academy in 2013, which lasted three months and focused on programming skills.
Background in Cognitive Psychology
Emily Tyska has a unique background that combines her interests in cognitive psychology and computer science. Her studies in cognitive psychology have influenced her approach to software engineering, as she is fascinated by the parallels between human cognition and computer processes.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside of her professional work, Emily Tyska enjoys engaging in crafts and playing the piano, reflecting her creative side. She also participates in a hip hop dance team, indicating her involvement in physical activities. Additionally, she has a lifelong passion for solving puzzles, which has been a consistent theme in her personal and professional life.