Edwin Zhang
About Edwin Zhang
Edwin Zhang is a Software Engineer currently employed at Watershed in San Francisco, California. He has a background in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has held various engineering roles at companies such as Samsara and Facebook.
Work at Watershed
Edwin Zhang has been employed at Watershed as a Software Engineer since 2024. He is based in San Francisco, California, where he contributes to various technology projects. His role involves focusing on research and thoughtful design, ensuring that the software solutions developed are both effective and user-friendly.
Previous Experience at Samsara
Prior to joining Watershed, Edwin Zhang worked at Samsara for three years, from 2020 to 2023. He held the position of Staff Software Engineer, where he was involved in developing and enhancing software solutions. Before that, he served as a Senior Software Engineer at the same company from 2017 to 2020, contributing to projects that required advanced technical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Edwin Zhang earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from 2012 to 2016. His education provided a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the technology sector.
Internship Experience
Edwin Zhang has gained valuable experience through several internships. He worked as a Front-end Software Engineering Intern at Facebook in 2015 for two months, where he contributed to front-end development projects. Additionally, he interned at Groupon in 2014 for two months and at Tablelist in 2014 for four months, further enhancing his software engineering skills in diverse environments.
Additional Skills and Interests
In addition to his technical expertise, Edwin Zhang engages in activities outside of software engineering. He teaches yoga at CorePower in San Francisco and holds a RYT-200 certification. His interests include hiking, backpacking, and various crafts such as pottery, sewing, and cooking, reflecting a well-rounded approach to both work and personal life.