Alex Jensen
About Alex Jensen
Alex Jensen is a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in optimizing database queries and refactoring legacy codebases. He has a diverse background in web development and has worked for several companies, including Hotel Engine and Red Nova Labs.
Current Role at Hotel Engine
Alex Jensen serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Hotel Engine, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on optimizing database queries for performance, utilizing both SQL and NoSQL environments. His responsibilities include improving the efficiency and maintainability of software systems, contributing to the overall functionality of the company's technology stack.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Hotel Engine, Alex Jensen accumulated diverse experience in software engineering. He worked at Red Nova Labs as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020, where he contributed to various projects. Additionally, he held positions at DRH Internet Inc - GreenArrow Software as a Web Developer from 2016 to 2017 and at Quick Left as a Web Developer from 2015 to 2016. His early career also included internships at Orbotix and Alpha Cube, Inc.
Education and Training in Software Development
Alex Jensen's educational background includes a Certificate of Web Application Development from the Turing School of Software & Design, where he studied Ruby, Rails, and JavaScript from 2014 to 2015. He also attended Colorado School of Mines, focusing on Mathematics and Computer Science from 2011 to 2012. His foundational education includes time at Ralston Valley High School and North Area Option School at Arvada High School.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Alex Jensen specializes in optimizing database queries for performance in both SQL and NoSQL environments. He is proficient in using Ruby on Rails and Phoenix frameworks for web application development. His expertise extends to refactoring legacy codebases to enhance maintainability and performance, demonstrating a strong understanding of software development best practices.