Kang-Xing Jin brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to his role as a Board Member at Civic News Company, leveraging his extensive background in technology and product development to advance the organization’s mission of enhancing public understanding of American civic life. With...
Kang-Xing Jin brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to his role as a Board Member at Civic News Company, leveraging his extensive background in technology and product development to advance the organization’s mission of enhancing public understanding of American civic life. With 17 years at Meta, where he held pivotal roles in product, engineering, and business leadership, Kang has witnessed and contributed to significant technological advancements that have shaped the way information is disseminated and consumed. His early involvement as one of the first 30 users of Facebook underscores his deep-rooted understanding of social media dynamics and user engagement, which are critical in today’s fast-paced news environment.
At Civic News Company, Kang is particularly focused on key projects that aim to innovate the intersection of journalism and technology. His expertise in distributed systems and machine learning is instrumental in developing scalable solutions that improve the accessibility and reliability of news content. By harnessing his skills in software engineering and programming languages such as Java, Ruby, and JavaScript, he is helping to build robust platforms that empower local news organizations like Chalkbeat and Votebeat to deliver timely and relevant information to their communities.
Kang’s commitment to civic engagement and informed citizenship is reflected in his strategic guidance at Civic News Company. He is dedicated to fostering an environment where technology serves as a bridge to understanding complex societal issues, ultimately enabling citizens to make informed decisions. His vision aligns with the organization's goal of ensuring that every American has the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate and influence the democratic process effectively.
