Hello world, My name is
Kayla Ippongi
Software Engineer
About Me
Hi there! My name is Kayla.
I’m passionate about tackling complex challenges, crafting seamless user experiences, and developing solutions that make a real difference. After earning my degree from Boston University, I began my career at Wayfair as a software engineer, and now I’m a software engineer at Rivian! With a recent master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence from Johns Hopkins University, I’m eager to leverage my expertise to drive innovation and create impactful applications
Here are some technologies that I've worked with recently:
Typescript
GraphQL
Python
Java
DynamoDB
Serverless
Experience
Senior Software Engineer
Rivian | April 2021 - Present
Software Engineer
Wayfair | June 2019 - Feb 2020
Implemented multivariate and A/B feature tests leveraging our lead image algorithm for Wayfair and it’s three partner sites to determine best strategies for our company’s biggest sale day
Leveraged knowledge in ReactJS, PHP, GraphQL and SQL to build new features and tests
Leveraged knowledge in ReactJS, PHP, GraphQL and SQL to build new features and tests
DevOps Developer Intern
IBM | May - July 2018
Developed internal service tool for the cloud security team to help optimize Kubernetes port lookup process.
Built REST api through Python, Flask, Kubernetes, Docker and Minikube
Built REST api through Python, Flask, Kubernetes, Docker and Minikube
Software Developer Intern
CompanyWide | Jan - May 2018
Developed and designed front end and back end of sales dashboard for incoming sales representatives for the company
Built and redesigned features with Meteor, Javascript, HTML, Handlebars and MongoDB
Built and redesigned features with Meteor, Javascript, HTML, Handlebars and MongoDB
