Irene Yang
About Irene Yang
Irene Yang is a Staff Hardware Engineer with a strong background in consumer electronics and the automotive industry. She is passionate about environmentalism and has held various engineering roles at notable companies, including Amazon Lab126 and Argo AI.
Current Role at SPAN
Irene Yang serves as a Staff Hardware Engineer at SPAN, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the development of innovative hardware solutions, focusing on sustainable practices in engineering. Her work is based in San Francisco, California, where she applies her extensive experience in consumer electronics and the automotive industry.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Irene Yang has a diverse background in engineering, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. She was a Hardware Development Engineer I at Amazon Lab126 from 2013 to 2015, followed by a promotion to Hardware Development Engineer II from 2015 to 2017. She also held positions as a Senior Hardware Engineer at Plume Design, Inc from 2017 to 2020, and at Argo AI from 2020 to 2022. Her experience spans both consumer electronics and the automotive sector.
Educational Background
Irene Yang studied at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering with Honors from 2009 to 2013. Her education provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, which she has applied throughout her career. Prior to Caltech, she attended Clear Lake High School.
Teaching Experience
Irene Yang served as a Teaching Assistant for the Mechatronics Course at the California Institute of Technology from 2012 to 2013. This role involved supporting students in understanding complex engineering concepts and fostering a collaborative learning environment. Her teaching experience reflects her commitment to assisting others and promoting innovation.
Commitment to Environmentalism
Irene Yang is passionate about environmentalism, indicating her commitment to sustainable practices within her engineering work. This focus on sustainability influences her approach to hardware development, aligning with industry trends towards eco-friendly solutions. Her dedication to creating and innovating reflects a broader commitment to responsible engineering.