Rachel Wanke
About Rachel Wanke
Rachel Wanke is a Web Optimization Coordinator at CircleCI, with a diverse background in legal assistance and administrative roles. She has experience in web development technologies and actively contributes to open-source projects.
Current Role at CircleCI
Rachel Wanke serves as the Web Optimization Coordinator at CircleCI, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing web performance and user experience. Her responsibilities include analyzing web traffic, optimizing site functionality, and implementing best practices in web development. Rachel's expertise in web technologies supports her efforts to improve the overall efficiency of CircleCI's online presence.
Professional Experience
Rachel Wanke has a diverse professional background. She began her career as a Rental Sales Agent at Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group in 2011. Following this, she worked as a Paralegal at Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP for one year. From 2013 to 2016, she served as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal at CACI International Inc within the Department of Justice. She later transitioned to Stand Together, where she held the position of Administrative Assistant for three years, before returning to the role from 2016 to 2019.
Education and Certifications
Rachel Wanke has pursued a comprehensive education in various fields. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Elon University between 2005 and 2009. She furthered her studies at Duke University, obtaining a Certificate in 2011. In 2017, she attended General Assembly for 11 months. Most recently, she completed a certification program at The George Washington University from 2020 to 2021, enhancing her skills in web development and optimization.
Volunteer Work and Community Involvement
In addition to her professional work, Rachel Wanke actively engages in volunteer activities. She develops graphics for league-wide events as part of her involvement with the Junior League of Washington's PR Committee. Additionally, she assists the National Convention committee for the Children of the American Revolution, where she gains experience in event planning. Her contributions reflect her commitment to community service and organizational support.
Technical Skills and Projects
Rachel Wanke possesses experience in a variety of web development technologies, including Mongoose, Sequelize, and Handlebars. She actively contributes to open-source projects on GitHub, showcasing her commitment to collaborative software development. Furthermore, she maintains a personal portfolio website that highlights her web development projects, demonstrating her skills and creativity in the field.