Avanika K.
About Avanika K.
Avanika K. is an Engineering Manager at Loom, overseeing the Creator Experience and AI teams. With a strong background in computer science and diverse experience in software engineering, she focuses on developing user-centered and robust applications.
Work at Loom
Avanika K. currently serves as Engineering Manager for the Creator Experience and AI teams at Loom. She has been in this role since 2022, contributing to the development of user-focused applications. Prior to her managerial position, she worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Loom from 2020 to 2022. Her responsibilities include overseeing engineering projects and fostering collaboration within her teams to enhance user experiences.
Education and Expertise
Avanika K. has a diverse educational background. She studied at Saint Louis University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. She also attended Saint Louis University School of Medicine, earning a degree in Medicine. Additionally, she completed studies in Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley, focusing on Full Stack Web Development. Avanika furthered her expertise in blockchain technology by studying at Study the Blockchain, achieving a Professional Blockchain Engineer certification.
Background
Avanika K. has a multifaceted background that combines technology, medicine, and neuroscience. She worked as a Medical Research Assistant and Fellow at Saint Louis University School of Medicine from 2014 to 2016. Earlier, she was a Research Assistant in the Multidisciplinary Aging and Cognition Lab at the same university from 2012 to 2013. Her experience in these fields informs her approach to creating user-centric applications.
Technological Proficiencies
Avanika K. is proficient in a variety of programming languages and technologies. Her skill set includes JavaScript, ReactJS, TypeScript, GraphQL, and Ruby on Rails, among others. She has experience with database management using MongoDB and SQL, and has worked with decentralized technologies such as Solidity and web3.js. This extensive knowledge allows her to develop robust applications that meet user needs.
Previous Work Experience
Before her tenure at Loom, Avanika K. held several positions in the tech industry. She was the Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of AcceptMyCrypto from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she worked as a Software Engineer at Atrium from 2019 to 2020. Her early career included a role as a Clinical Research Associate at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in 2012. These experiences have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of software development and user experience.