Jamey Davis

Senior Engineering Leader · Management & Distributed Systems

Technology leader with 20+ years building scalable distributed systems and leading cross-functional teams. Proven record delivering high-performance client–server platforms and cultivating inclusive, high-ownership engineering cultures.

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Key Achievements

  • Led cross-functional teams; improved efficiency & UX while maintaining distributed architectures.
  • Directed 15+ developers serving 400+ enterprise customers; maintained 99.9% availability.
  • Implemented AWS architecture improving resilience by 40%, supporting millions of daily txns.
  • Built engineering excellence programs resulting in 90% retention and multiple promotions.

Technical Expertise

  • Leadership: mentoring, performance, career development (5+ yrs).
  • Platform: C++, PostgreSQL, JS, Swift, Kotlin; distributed systems, APIs, async design.
  • Operations: CI/CD, code quality, monitoring/observability, security best practices.
  • Cloud & Product: AWS, microservices, roadmap & prioritization with PM.

Architecture & Delivery

  • Client–server architecture, caching, key-value stores, API design.
  • SDLC mastery: authored process docs; founded Platform Eng sub-team for continuous refinement.
  • Security: led SOC2 audits; embedded secure-coding standards.
  • Exec reporting: stakeholder comms, burndowns, KPI-driven decisions.

Experience

Software Engineering Manager

04/2025 – Present
NinjaOne
  • Achieved 95% on-time delivery across an IT Ops SaaS platform supporting millions of endpoints.
  • Improved engineering efficiency by 30% via CI/CD refinements and review rigor.
  • Directed strategy across Java, Kotlin, Go, Postgres, AWS (scalable, secure, performant).
  • Mentored engineers; 80% progressed to greater responsibility.
  • Aligned roadmaps with PM/stakeholders; translated business goals into execution plans.

Senior Software Engineer – Architect

04/2024 – 04/2025
Next Net Media – The HOTH
  • Led platform work handling millions of daily transactions.
  • Architected AWS solutions with Python & Next.js; boosted efficiency 40%.
  • Reduced response times 30% via holistic monitoring & perf tuning.
  • Coached engineers; elevated inclusive, high-bar culture.
  • Drove technical excellence with architecture forums & standards.

Director of Software Engineering

11/2022 – 04/2024
SPIRION LLC
  • Led multiple teams (frontend & backend) to accelerate delivery.
  • Increased deployment frequency 45% through best practices.
  • Implemented performance monitoring & optimization frameworks.
  • Achieved 90% team retention via 1:1s and growth paths.
  • Aligned tech roadmap with measurable business outcomes.

Senior Software Engineering Manager

10/2021 – 11/2022
SPIRION LLC
  • Managed and mentored teams; emphasized growth & craftsmanship.
  • Delivered scalable, secure, maintainable enterprise solutions.
  • Set code-quality, review, and automation standards.
  • Encouraged innovation and pragmatic tech exploration.
  • Streamlined delivery via refined Agile practices.

Senior UI/UX Engineer

02/2020 – 10/2021
SPIRION LLC
  • Built responsive apps with JS/TS & Vue.js; delivered accessible UIs.
  • Created reusable, performant components and design standards.
  • Turned product requirements into intuitive experiences (Figma/Adobe).
  • Partnered with backend for seamless end-to-end quality.

Senior Frontend Engineer

08/2019 – 01/2020
InMotion Global
  • Shipped React features; increased engagement 30%.
  • Owned vendor integrations (payments, analytics).
  • Cut cycle time 25% via Agile adoption.

Software Engineering — Front End & Mobile

09/2018 – 08/2019
E2Generations
  • Developed greenfield iOS app with payments & polished UX.
  • Led payment/analytics vendor selection & integrations.
  • Improved mobile engagement 40% with mobile-first solutions.

Software Engineer

08/2016 – 09/2018
It Works!
  • Shipped eCommerce features; integrated beacon technology.
  • Owned payment & shipping provider integrations.
  • Built iOS, expanded to Android; grew user base 45%.
  • Cut deployment issues 60% via automated testing.

Education

Progress toward Bachelor of Computer Science (minor in Math)

Kent State University — 2007