Jake Yesbeck

Summary of Expertise

• Designed and implemented large-scale web applications with an emphasis on clean, maintainable code
• Deep understanding of Ruby and the Ruby on Rails framework version 3.0+
• Analytical thinker and adept problem solver
• Excellent collaboration and experience with team based projects

Technical Skills

• 5+ Years programming in Ruby with and without Ruby on Rails
• Expert knowledge of PostgreSQL, MySQL along with various key/value storage technologies
• Very proficient with Debian-based Linux distributions

Work Experience

Apartment List 2014 - Current (in person and remote)

Senior Software Engineer

• Designed, architected, implemented and was technical lead custom in house E-Mail system resulting in 30% revenue increase company-wide
• Individual contributor on API team focused on cross team coordination and third party API integration
• Tech lead on multiple re-engagement focused projects

Change.org 2012 - 2013

Software Engineer

• Individual contributor for main Ruby on Rails website
• Many integrations with third party APIs including external payment integration

Vertical Brands 2011 - 2012

Software Engineer

• Responsible for enhancement and iteration on primary revenue generating features
• Individual contributor for multiple customer facing Ruby on Rails applications

Education

Virginia Commonwealth University B.S. Computer Science 2009