Amanda Li-Garfin

Amanda Li-Garfin is a seasoned leader in software development with over 12 years of practical technical knowledge.

Her expertise lies in spearheading high-performing teams, developing popular consumer web applications, enterprise tools for risk management and user investigation, and creating reliable and scalable platform services.

Amanda is passionate about tackling complex technical challenges to make a meaningful impact and assist others.

She has a strong educational background, having earned a BS in Information Science, Systems, and Technology from Cornell University.

Amanda has held various key roles at Venmo, including Principal Software Engineering Manager for multiple areas such as Common Platform, Web, Internal Tools, R&D, and Client Core.

Prior to that, she served as Senior Staff Software Engineering Manager and Senior Engineering Manager, focusing on Internal Tools, Web, and R&D at Venmo.

Her extensive experience also includes positions like Engineering Manager of Internal Tools and Platform as a Service, Tech Lead of Internal Tools, Software Engineer at food52.com, Mortgage Analytics Developer at UBS Investment Bank, Mortgage IT Intern at UBS Investment Bank, and Associate Consultant at Cigital.

Her background spans across FinTech, eCommerce, investment banking, and government sectors.