Gavin Leader
Hands-on Engineering Leader
18 years of experience turning ideas into digital products.
Skills
I can immediately contribute to teams needing expertise in these areas.
Engineering
- TypeScript
- React
- Next.js
- Sass
- Tailwind
- Node.js
- API Design
- Microservices
- Postgres
- DynamoDB
- Amazon Web Services
- CI/CD
Leadership
- Agile Project Management
- Solutions Architecture
- Product Roadmap Management
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Cross Discipline Collaboration
- Emotional Intelligence
- Engineer & Leadership Mentoring
- Software Development Lifecycle
Experience
Working across enterprises and startups, I have a track record of internal promotions while delivering highly visible work.
- 2023 - Present
Nike
Led a team of 5 software engineers in building digital product creation tools focused on sustainability - 2021 - 2023
Hurry
Launched an MVP for same-day delivery from physical stores using a $2 million investment, led a team of engineers, and actively coded across multiple platforms - 2013 - 2021
R/GA
Managed a team of 10 engineers, and partnered with creative and design leads to produce digital products, experiences, and strategic direction for major brands - 2009 - 2012
Crispin Porter + Bogusky
Led .NET engineering teams to build major web platforms for global brands, including Microsoft, AMEX, Vail Resorts, Burger King, and Kraft - 2005 - 2009
Ascentium
Developed .NET web applications for Microsoft.com, working alongside design teams to create reusable components and immersive experiences
Work
Here are some recent and featured products I've worked on
