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Jimmy Jacobson

Jimmy Jacobson has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Jimmy started their career as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Utah State University, where they conducted research on artificial intelligence. Afterward, they worked as a Software Developer at companies like Overstock.com and 3point5.com, gaining experience in Java development and marketing support. Jimmy then joined Software Technology Group as a Software Consultant, working on various projects involving J2EE and PHP development.

In 2010, they joined Zappos.com as a Software Developer and API Advocate, before co-founding Wedgies, a tech startup offering polling technology to social media platforms. At Wedgies, Jimmy successfully raised $1.5 million in funding and operated as the Cofounder/CTO and Fullstack Developer.

Throughout their career, Jimmy also took on advisory roles at PunchCode and The Iron Yard, mentoring students and facilitating connections with hiring managers. Jimmy briefly served as an instructor at The Iron Yard, teaching backend web development using JavaScript/NodeJS.

In 2019, Jimmy became the Head of Engineering at goHUNT.com, where they built an in-house engineering team and contributed to the development of a new product line.

Most recently, Jimmy served as the Chief Technology Officer at Codingscape, leading a team of talented professionals and contributing to the success of various tech startups.

Overall, Jimmy Jacobson's work experience showcases their expertise in software development, leadership, mentoring, and project management across a range of industries.

Jimmy Jacobson attended Utah State University from 1998 to 2002, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science with a minor in Math.

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