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Jack Wa

@jackwa

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Passionate software engineer with expertise in education and UX/UI design.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

I am a dedicated software engineer and educator with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Computer Education. I completed my Master of Teaching and a dual Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Computer Science, achieving high distinction in both. My academic journey has equipped me with the skills to develop innovative educational resources and foster a growth mindset among students.

As the co-founder and sole developer of the remote job board Himalayas, I successfully built the platform from the ground up, focusing on responsive design and user experience. My role involved collaborating with a designer and product manager, where I honed my skills in front-end and back-end development using technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Ruby on Rails, and PostgreSQL. I am passionate about empowering others through education, as demonstrated in my roles at Code Camp, where I provided programming support and instruction to students.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Software Engineer / Co-Founder

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Himalayas

May 2020 - Present (5 years 1 month)

Developed the remote job board Himalayas from the ground up, collaborating with a designer and product manager. Programmed the back-end using Ruby on Rails/PostgreSQL, developing REST APIs, search, and employer interfaces.

HTML CSS JavaScript TailwindCSS Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL REST APIs Git GitHub

Current

Live Chat Support

Current

Code Camp

Jul 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Provided 1-on-1 programming feedback, troubleshooting, and encouragement to students aged 5-15. Helped students learn how to troubleshoot for themselves by asking clarifying questions and suggesting actions.

Troubleshooting Problem Solving Communication Mentoring

Head Teacher

Code Camp

Jan 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years 6 months)

Delivered coding instruction to thirty students with diversity in prior knowledge, age, and background. Formatively assessed students regularly through quizzes, observation, and questioning, adjusting instruction and feedback based on results.

Coding Instruction Personalised Feedback Classroom Management Curriculum Development

Research Assistant

University of New South Wales

Jul 2016 - Jul 2017 (1 year)

Collaborated on, designed, and implemented three studies with three separate lead researchers for the School of Psychology. Programmed experiments, integrating feedback from lead researchers, and recruited/tested over twenty undergraduate participants.

Research Collaboration Experimental Design Programming Virtual Reality Data Collection Project Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of New England

Master of Teaching (Secondary), Mathematics and Computer Education

Grade: 87 WAM

Activities and societies: Teacher Placement (4 + 6 weeks)

Completed a Master of Teaching (Secondary) specialising in Mathematics and Computer Education. Developed resources, lesson plans, and assessments, and implemented differentiated teaching programs. Delivered constructive feedback for students in Years 7 to 12.

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Science, Psychology and Computer Science

Grade: 92 WAM

Activities and societies: Dean’s Rural Engineering Scholarship; The Faculty of Engineering Dean’s Award; The Psychology Staff Prize; The Faculty of Science Dean’s Award

Completed a dual Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Computer Science with a high-distinction average. Recognized for outstanding academic performance and awarded for highest average mark in Year 2 Psychology.