Germán Pineda is a Principal Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and engineering roles across various companies, including Pathmatics, GoodBite, and Inkitt. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from San Diego State University and has a strong interest in networking and problem-solving.
Current Role at Inkitt
Germán Pineda serves as the Principal Software Engineer at Inkitt, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for leading software development initiatives and overseeing engineering projects. His experience in software engineering and development enables him to contribute effectively to the company's goals.
Previous Experience at Inkitt
Before becoming the Principal Software Engineer, Germán Pineda worked at Inkitt as a Senior Software Engineer from 2022 to 2023. During this time, he focused on enhancing the software infrastructure and improving the overall user experience. His tenure at Inkitt reflects his commitment to advancing technology in the literary space.
Professional Background
Germán Pineda has a diverse professional background in software engineering. He worked at Pathmatics, Inc. as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to data analytics solutions. He co-founded GoodBite and served as Software Lead from 2021 to 2022. His earlier roles include positions at Raytheon Technologies and Qualcomm, where he gained valuable experience in software development and test automation.
Education and Training
Germán Pineda studied Aerospace Engineering at San Diego State University, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education at UCLA Extension Boot Camps, completing a Full Stack Web Development program from 2018 to 2019. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both engineering principles and software development.
Internship Experience
Throughout his career, Germán Pineda has completed several internships that have contributed to his professional development. He interned at Qualcomm and Solar Turbines as a Test Automation Engineering Intern in 2016 and 2015, respectively. Additionally, he gained experience at UTC Aerospace Systems and Pratt & Whitney AeroPower as an Advanced Technologies Intern and Quality Engineering Intern, respectively, during 2014 to 2015.