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Talia Kohan (Talia Nassi)

Product Engineer

Los Angeles, California, United States10 yrs 10 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Expert in cloud computing and developer advocacy.
  • Global keynote speaker on modern software development.
  • Strong background in software testing and automation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cloud Computing and Software Testing expert with a focus on Developer Advocacy.

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Skills

Core Skills

Cloud ComputingTechnical Content CreationServerless ApplicationsCommunity EngagementFeature FlagsDeveloper AdvocacySoftware TestingAutomationQuality Assurance

Other Skills

Enterprise Technical TrainingDeveloper OnboardingStorytellingData-driven Content StrategyDeveloper EngagementContent GenerationPublic SpeakingTesting in ProductionDeveloper Content CreationTest StrategyQuality MetricsCI/CDAutomation ScriptsTest CoverageTest Methodologies

About

Talia Kohan is a Staff Developer Advocate at Postman, helping developers build, test, and scale APIs and explore how AI can be used to solve everyday problems and improve workflows. A global keynote speaker, she works closely with the developer community to share best practices in modern software development and foster innovation through practical education.

Experience

Postman

Staff Developer Advocate

May 2025Present · 10 mos

Akamai technologies

Lead Developer Advocate, Cloud

Sep 2022Dec 2024 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Los Angeles, California, United States

  • Create technical content including conference talks, blog posts, Youtube videos, learning paths, webinars, podcasts, and workshops
  • Conduct enterprise technical training in both live and virtual classroom settings with code samples (python, SQL)
  • Develop comprehensive strategies for developer onboarding, engagement, and adoption of Akamai Cloud
  • Promote developer adoption and usage of Akamai’s cloud computing services through compelling storytelling
  • Speak at conferences globally to educate developers and executive stakeholders on cloud computing, architecture patterns, and best practices
  • Create a data-driven content strategy that fosters a vibrant developer community
  • Serve as a primary point of contact and advocate for developers building on Akamai’s platform, providing guidance, gathering feedback, and championing their needs within Akamai
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, marketing, and sales teams to ensure alignment with developer needs
  • Created a Cloud Certification Program that enables developers to get Akamai Certified at all levels
Technical Content CreationEnterprise Technical TrainingDeveloper OnboardingCloud ComputingStorytellingData-driven Content Strategy

Amazon web services (aws)

Senior Developer Advocate

Apr 2021Sep 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos · Los Angeles, California, United States

  • Drive development and adoption of the AWS Serverless platform and serverless applications through community engagement • Speak at conferences globally to help developers gain an understanding of serverless applications
  • Serve as guest lecturer at universities to teach university students about serverless
  • Generate and deliver content to teach AWS cloud developers best practices of using each serverless service
  • Write sample code applications and tutorials that show how to use the serverless application model
Community EngagementContent GenerationServerless ApplicationsPublic Speaking

Split

Developer Advocate

Mar 2020Apr 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo · Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

  • · Represent Split at developer communities by speaking at external conferences at meetups on topics like Testing in Production, Feature Flags, React, Python
  • · Advocate for best practices for feature flags that improve usability, maintenance, and developer experience
  • · Build and write developer content including blog posts, video tutorials, and code samples
  • · Promote all content on social media channels to drive awareness of Split
  • · Help developers solve common issues with shared community Slack Channel
  • · Create in-app videos to amplify, demonstrate, and explain new product announcements
Feature FlagsTesting in ProductionDeveloper Content CreationCommunity EngagementDeveloper Advocacy

Wework

Software Engineer In Test

Mar 2018Feb 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos · New York, New York

  • · Automate full system functionality of features in python and javascript
  • · Create, Plan, develop, and execute test strategy across core WeWork platforms
  • · Build a strong Quality-driven engineering culture by using metrics to navigate team direction
  • · Lead and train engineers on-site to write unit tests, integration tests, and e2e tests
  • · Define Quality Metrics and implement scalable solutions
  • · Work in a CI/CD environment using Jenkins and Github
  • · Log, manage, and retest defects in JIRA and perform root cause analysis defects
AutomationTest StrategyQuality MetricsCI/CDSoftware Testing

Forbes

QA Engineer

Sep 2017Mar 2018 · 6 mos · Greater New York City Area

  • · Own release process – check in code from all developers, merge code, test code, release code
  • · Lead entire QA team to develop, execute, and maintain automation scripts
  • · Ensure full test coverage of the Forbes website
  • · Ensure constant production health by running automated tests with each build
  • · Ensure full coverage of mobile test coverage for both iOS and Android
  • · Perform root cause analysis on production issues
  • · Update automation scripts with each new feature
  • · Work with all product stakeholders to ensure product is being released at the highest quality
Automation ScriptsTest CoverageQuality AssuranceAutomation

Visa

QA Engineer

Mar 2016Sep 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos · Greater Denver Area

  • Report bugs from regression testing, functional testing, and integration testing and perform root cause analysis
  • Automate functional test cases using HP UFT and Selenium and store results using HP ALM
  • Automate mobile test cases and perform cross-browser testing across iOS and Android devices
  • Demonstrate deep knowledge of test methodologies, writing test plans, creating test cases, and reporting test findings
  • Experience working in an Agile environment using continuous integration methodology in a scrum team
  • Analyze product business requirements and create relevant test cases that meet the business needs of the clients
  • Manage and create test data by pulling data from SQL databases
  • Support Pen Testers in Security testing on all applications
  • Awards: 4x recipient of Visa Go Beyond Award
Test MethodologiesAutomationAgile EnvironmentQuality Assurance

Jack in the box

Software Testing Intern

Jun 2015Mar 2016 · 9 mos · Greater San Diego Area

  • Develop and implement manual test cases, plans, and specifications for new software
  • Manage project plans, and execute each of the system test phases (test conditions, expected results, data analysis)
  • Gather requirements, design, and execution of testing assets, plans and communications
  • Collaborate with developers to improve testing processes, and infrastructure
  • Evaluate delivered system components and translate business requirements into IT solutions
  • Perform user research testing focused on the quality of the user experience using rapid prototyping
  • Conduct usability testing to ensure products and software meet intended purpose
Manual TestingUser Research TestingQuality Assurance

Sally ride science

Technology Intern

Oct 2014Apr 2015 · 6 mos · San Diego, CA

  • Debugged company software on different platforms to ensure user experience is at optimal level
  • Tested user interfaces for client-server applications running in web browsers and mobile apps
  • Expedited the quality assurance of new products, web application, and web pages by utilizing JIRA
  • Developed Sally Ride Science eBooks by working with the digital design and product development teams
  • Identified and resolved issues with existing eBooks that may impair the team’s ability to meet technical goals
DebuggingQuality Assurance

Education

UC San Diego

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) — Cognitive Science: Specialization in Human Computer Interaction

Jan 2012Jan 2016

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