Yixuan Gong
About Yixuan Gong
Yixuan Gong is a software engineer with extensive experience in developing systems for education and training compliance. Currently employed at FINRA, Gong has previously worked for organizations such as the United States Postal Service and Accenture Federal Services.
Work at FINRA
Yixuan Gong has been employed at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) as a Software Engineer since 2021. In this role, Gong has contributed to the development and design of FINRA's Continuous Education Platform. This platform serves as a primary resource for downstream systems utilized by clients, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA). The work at FINRA emphasizes compliance and education within the financial industry.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to joining FINRA, Yixuan Gong held several positions as a Software Engineer. Gong worked at the United States Postal Service and Accenture Federal Services from 2019 to 2021, both in Washington, D.C. During this time, Gong focused on full-stack development. Additionally, Gong served as a Full Stack Engineer at Medical Assistance Services, Virginia Department, for six months in 2018-2019. Other notable experiences include a role at Clinpharma Consulting Global Group LLC and a brief tenure at Walmart Labs.
Education and Expertise
Yixuan Gong holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from The George Washington University, where studies were completed from 2015 to 2017. Prior to this, Gong earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, completing the program from 2010 to 2015. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both engineering principles and software development.
Internship Experience
In 2016, Yixuan Gong gained valuable experience as a Project Intern at The International Fund for China's Environment (IFCE) for six months in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. This internship allowed Gong to apply academic knowledge in a practical setting and contributed to the development of skills relevant to future software engineering roles.