Ryan Charles Smith is a seasoned software engineer with a strong foundation in technology and development. Beginning a career as a Technology Summer Analyst at Goldman Sachs, Ryan gained experience in software engineering focused on business intelligence. Co-founding Hōmfield demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and innovation in creating platforms for event space booking. Subsequent roles as a Senior Java Software Engineer at 1stdibs.com and currently as a Software Engineer at Google showcase expertise in backend development and mobile applications, particularly for internationalization and document management. Additionally, Ryan's background as an Employment Specialist highlights a commitment to community service and working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Spanish Language and Literature from Central Connecticut State University and a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Pennsylvania.