Bronco Spotlight: Jia Guo
Master of Science in computer science, 2018
Software Engineer at Google
I develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of user connect, explore, and interact with information and one another.
What is the most rewarding and the most challenging part of your job?
There are always exciting and challenging problems waiting to be solved. The scale and the impact of the problem make me feel what I am doing is valuable, and motivate me to keep learning.
What experiences impacted the choice of your career path?
If you are still not sure what you love as your future career, keep looking for it. Think big, listen to your inner voice, and seize the opportunity to experience different paths via internship, part-time job, or even a conversation with people in different fields. You really have to find what you are passionate about, because that will help you make tremendous achievements, and eventually reach your goal. More importantly, only if you enjoy what you are doing, your career path will actually start.
What advice do you have for others pursuing a career similar to yours?
Do what you love, and love what you do.