Dana Ross

@danaross
Boston, MA
she/her

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Seen Some Sh*t

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Software Engineering

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a passion for technology. Whether it was tinkering with Apple IIs and Commodore 64s as a child or teaching myself to code at an early age, I’ve been fascinated by technology’s ability to bridge gaps and connect people. Today, I’m still driven by the innovation of technology, and I’ve dedicated my professional career to leading diverse software engineering teams that combine technical excellence with a focus on building highly usable, accessible products that serve their end users.

I'm open to

open source contributions,

volunteering,

speaking on podcasts,

and beta testing new products.

Contact Me

Resume

Dec 2021 - Present

Software Engineering Manager, Grindr

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

Software Development Manager, Chewy.com

Portfolio

Bittersweet feelings as I sign off for my last day at Chewy. 😿 I got to meet many skilled, professional folks who were animal lovers and great human beings at heart. I'm going to miss them all. How...

Black Friday 2021 was a quiet one for us, owed to the outstanding preparation and hard work of our team in the past couple weeks!

Blog Posts

“Controlled processing happens slowly and deliberately. Think following a recipe, choosing an outfit in the morning, or planning a vacation. We’re usually overwhelmed when we review resumes. And we...

“You carry your phone almost everywhere at work. Your work journal should come along too! Use it to record meetings you attended or important hallway conversations. Did you stop to water the plants...

“It’s nerve-wracking to chat with your boss’s boss, even if you only report to them for a few more hours. But to be asked for your advice? That’s awkward. My advice covered several things, but the ...

“These days, my philosophy is to move as fast as I can SAFELY. I’ve cultivated my own bias for action and I try not to spend too much time overthinking or over-analyzing. I know myself. I will obse...