Hi! I'm Rachel!
I share what I've learned from leading Search Experiences for millions at Reddit and beyond to help underrepresented voices and tech leaders create meaningful impact.
Building Products at Reddit and Beyond
I'm the product manager leading Reddit Search Experiences, scaling search and AI products for millions at the intersection of AI, user safety, and result relevance. I led the first integration of ML, implemented numerous back and frontend improvements, and guided company-wide safe content solutions for sensitive content. My products were featured in 100+ articles in publications like Tech Crunch and the Verge.
I've been granted significant funding for numerous projects including creating a tech mentorship program for 50+ students from underrepresented backgrounds, sustainability initiatives, and projects in healthcare access. I also manage engineers at Taimaka, a nonprofit addressing malnutrition in Nigeria, mentor aspiring tech professionals, and donate 5% of my income to effective charities.
I love to travel, hike, and photograph people and places I come across in the world.
Get in touch
Want to learn more about my work? Book a speaking engagement? Collaborate on a podcast or article? See Media Features for previous engagements + topics I've covered.
My Work
Products I've built on both the backend and frontend - from making Reddit search safer to updating a vaccine tracking system for a health program in Nigeria.
Projects I've led and been granted substantial funding in the spaces of sustainability, DIB in tech, & mentorship
Portraits and events I was hired for, as well as films I've directed and produced that have screened around the world.
Recent Projects
The only constant is change, and it's our responsibility to make it intentionally positive and meaningful.
— Work experience
Product Manager
Reddit / Jan 2021 - Present
Longest running product manager on Reddit search. Check out my Products page to learn more!
Product Manager Volunteer
Taimaka / June 2024 - Present
Built vaccine and twin tracking system for nonprofit treating malnutrition in Nigeria. Managing 2 engineering volunteers. Read more here
— Education
Pitzer College
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science 2017-2020
Minor in Cognitive Science
Colby College
Anticipated Major: Biology (2016-2017)
Bristol University
Study abroad 2019
— Courses
AI Safety (2023-2024)
Human Factors in AI (Duke), Structuring ML Projects (Coursera), Intro to EA, AI Alignment (BlueDot)
Biology (2016-2018)
Relevant Coursework: Computational Neuroscience, AI, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Parasitology, Applied Biostatistics