Ishaan Parikh
About Ishaan Parikh
Ishaan Parikh is a Software Engineer currently working at Watershed in San Francisco, California. He has previously held positions at Robinhood, UCSF, and various internships in notable tech companies.
Work at Watershed
Ishaan Parikh has been employed at Watershed as a Software Engineer since 2022. He works in San Francisco, California, contributing to the company's software development initiatives. His role involves applying his technical skills to enhance the company's offerings and support its mission.
Previous Experience at Robinhood
Prior to his current position, Ishaan Parikh worked at Robinhood as a Senior Software Engineer from 2019 to 2022. During his three years in Menlo Park, California, he focused on developing features and improving the platform's performance, contributing to the company's growth in the financial technology sector.
Educational Background
Ishaan Parikh studied at the University of Maryland, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from 2015 to 2019. He also attended Montgomery Blair High School, completing his studies there from 2011 to 2015. His education laid the foundation for his career in software engineering.
Internship Experience
Ishaan Parikh has gained diverse internship experience throughout his career. He interned at Facebook in 2018, LendUp in 2016, Indiegogo in 2017, and Kleiner Perkins in 2017. These internships provided him with practical skills and exposure to various aspects of software engineering in different environments.
Founding Student-Initiated Courses
From 2017 to 2019, Ishaan Parikh served as the Founder of Student-Initiated Courses (STICs) in College Park, Maryland. This initiative allowed students to create and participate in courses that aligned with their interests, fostering a collaborative learning environment.