Yong Park

Yong Park is a Software Engineer currently working at Scratchpad in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has been in this role since August 2021, contributing to the development of products in the consumer web and mobile space. Prior to joining Scratchpad, Yong held positions at various companies, including Volvo Cars, where he worked for nearly three years, and BitGuild and LiftEd, Inc., where he gained significant experience in software engineering.1

Background and Education

Yong has a diverse background that includes both software engineering and product management. He was part of the founding team at Free Code Camp, where he played a crucial role in redesigning the platform to focus on community-based learning through open-source technology. His educational background includes training at App Academy for full-stack web development and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles.1

Interests and Future Aspirations

Yong is particularly interested in startups and aims to create natural user experiences that align with cognitive choices and needs. He has expressed a desire to eventually transition into the hardware space to blend digital and physical mediums for creating memorable experiences. Outside of work, he enjoys fitness, design, and esports.1