ABOUT JASON
Jason is a seasoned professional with 15 years of experience in developing responsive user interfaces using client-side technologies. As a principal engineer, he approaches technical challenges with innovative solutions. He possesses a strong understanding of architectural standards and a sharp focus on user experience. Jason is passionate about mentoring others and is committed to learning emerging technologies, all while maintaining a clear focus on accessibility in his work.
TECHNICAL SKILLSET
- Content Management Systems; Sitecore, Umbraco, Optimizely, WordPress
- User Interface Frameworks; React, Next, Angular, Bootstrap, Tailwind
- Agentic AI; Claude Code, Cursor, Github Copilot
- Planning & Tracking; Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence, Trello, BugHerd
- Web Accessibility, Optimizing for Performance, SEO, Site Analytics
- Code Versioning, CI/CD Process, GitHub, TeamCity, Bitbucket, Sourcetree
CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- Sitecore 10 .NET Developer
- W3C Web Accessibility
- Google Analytics
WORK EXPERIENCE
RBA Inc, Minneapolis MN
Principal Engineer • November 2017 – Present
- Creating exceptional user interfaces for websites and applications.
- Leading engineering teams by establishing development environments, writing comprehensive documentation, onboarding developers, conducting code reviews, and planning development tasks. Actively contributing to projects through coding and enhancing user experience.
- Collaborating with digital marketing teams to plan, build, and extend functionality for content managed websites using Sitecore, Umbraco, Optimizely, and WordPress platforms.
Senior UI Developer • March 2014 – November 2017
- Designed and developed pattern libraries and code-first style guides to support the visual design and front-end architecture of content management systems.
- Conducted accessibility audits and resolved issues to ensure compliance with WCAG standards.
- Researched and introduced modern software and techniques to create interactive web experiences.
space150, Minneapolis MN
Associate Director of Engineering • March 2012 – February 2014
- Managed a talented team of eight front-end engineers, overseeing project development from inception to post-launch maintenance.
- Estimated development efforts, scoped projects, planned tasks, and set delivery expectations.
- Acted as the primary point of communication with stakeholders on web projects as the team lead, reporting directly to the VP of Engineering.
Senior Creative Technologist • June 2011 – February 2012
- Facilitated communication among project managers, account executives, user experience designers, creative designers, and software engineers to ensure project alignment.
- Mentored junior developers and standardized development techniques to enhance team productivity and skill development.
Creative Technologist • January 2008 – May 2011
- Researched and presented innovative software and techniques for building modern interactive web experiences.
- Designed and developed responsive websites utilizing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.