Joe Gelay
About Joe Gelay
Joe Gelay is a Senior Fullstack Engineer with extensive experience in software development and a background in various roles across multiple organizations. He has a strong problem-solving mindset and a passion for connecting people through technology.
Work at Ibotta
Joe Gelay currently holds the position of Senior Fullstack Engineer at Ibotta, Inc., a role he has been in since 2023. Prior to this, he worked as a Fullstack Engineer at the same company from 2021 to 2023. His responsibilities in these roles include developing and maintaining web applications, utilizing his skills in both frontend and backend technologies.
Previous Experience
Joe Gelay has a diverse background in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as an Event Operations Intern at US Club Soccer in 2013 for seven months. He worked as an Account Coordinator at Wolfe Solutions from 2015 to 2016 for one year. In 2019, he held positions as a Data Consultant at Pernix for three months and as a Marketing Analyst at PartnerCentric, Inc. for seven months. Additionally, he worked as a Frontend Developer at Open Media Foundation from 2020 to 2021 and as a Fullstack Engineer at CLMBR for two months in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Joe Gelay studied at the University of South Carolina, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business, Management, and Marketing from 2011 to 2015. He also attended Flatiron School, where he completed a Full Stack Web Development program in 2020. His education has equipped him with a solid foundation in both technical and business domains, enhancing his capabilities as a fullstack developer.
Community Engagement
From 2016 to 2018, Joe Gelay served as a Community Economic Development Volunteer with the Peace Corps in Peru. This experience allowed him to engage with communities and contribute to economic development initiatives. Additionally, he founded KindCard in 2019, focusing on connecting people through technology, which reflects his passion for community and technology.
Skills and Personal Development
Joe Gelay possesses a strong problem-solving mindset, which is essential in his role as a fullstack developer. He has a deep love for continuous learning, driving his professional growth and development. His passion for connecting people through technology informs his work and initiatives, making him a valuable contributor in his field.