Shawn Volpe
About Shawn Volpe
Shawn Volpe is a Staff Software Engineer at Joby Aviation, where he has worked since 2024. He holds a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Rhode Island and has experience in various software engineering roles, including positions at Acquia and Alliance Advisors LLC.
Work at Joby Aviation
Shawn Volpe has been employed at Joby Aviation since 2021. He initially joined as a Software Engineer and progressed to the role of Senior Software Engineer in 2022. In 2024, he advanced to the position of Staff Software Engineer, where he continues to contribute to the company's projects. Joby Aviation focuses on developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Volpe plays a key role in the software engineering team.
Education and Expertise
Shawn Volpe earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Rhode Island, where he also completed a Minor in Computer Science from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education at Harvard Extension School, studying Computer Science from 2013 to 2015. His academic background provides a strong foundation in both engineering and software development.
Background
Before joining Joby Aviation, Shawn Volpe gained experience in various roles. He worked as a Freelance Web Developer at Alliance Advisors LLC for three months in 2014. He then joined Acquia, where he held multiple positions, including Distributed Systems Engineer and Senior Software Engineer, from 2015 to 2018. His work at Acquia involved technical product ownership and software engineering in the Greater Boston Area.
Career Progression
Shawn Volpe's career has shown a steady progression in the software engineering field. After his initial role as a Freelance Web Developer, he transitioned to Acquia, where he spent three years in various engineering roles. His experience at Acquia laid the groundwork for his current position at Joby Aviation, where he has taken on increasing responsibilities and leadership in software development.