Alina Chu

Alina Chu is a seasoned software developer with extensive experience in backend development, particularly within the blockchain and data science sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Backend Blockchain Developer at Uphold Inc. since March 2021, Alina has previously held positions as a Backend Developer at Optimism PBC and a Senior Developer at Wolk.com, where contributions focused on decentralized cloud computing services. Earlier roles include Data Scientist/Developer at CrossChannel, where Alina specialized in programmatic mobile advertising and audience analytics, and Trader at Wolverine Trading, where expertise in futures and ETFs was honed through algorithm development and market data analysis. Alina's foundational experience includes research in artificial intelligence as a Research Associate at the University of Michigan, complemented by an educational background in Electrical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence from the same institution, culminating in a Master of Science in Engineering and incomplete Doctorate studies.