Caesar Rodney High School Graduate
Johnny Bui, a 2017 graduate of Caesar Rodney High School and former Delaware Technical Student Association (TSA) State President, is now a Senior Software Engineer at Figma, a design software startup based in San Francisco. As a member of the Growth Platform team, Johnny is responsible for developing and maintaining internal tools that enable swift delivery of new features to users, supporting Figma’s mission to enhance design collaboration worldwide.
Johnny’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) journey began in 7th grade when he joined the TSA at his middle school. In high school, he cultivated his passions for photography, robotics, and technology while excelling in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program of study. Johnny’s commitment to excellence earned him both state and national medals. His leadership skills were equally impressive, serving as a Delaware TSA state officer for four years, culminating in his role as State President during his senior year. In 2017, Johnny’s outstanding achievements were nationally recognized when he was named a U.S. Presidential Scholar in CTE.
Johnny’s passion for technology, cultivated through both his TSA experiences and his Career Pathway inspired him to pursue a postsecondary degree in Computer Science at MIT. Following his graduation, Johnny has built a thriving career, applying his leadership and technical skills to innovate in the tech industry while mentoring the next generation of engineers. His story is a testament to how Delaware Pathways fosters college and career readiness by offering mentorship, leadership development, and hands-on learning opportunities.
