Jake Puffer
About Jake Puffer
Jake Puffer is the Director of Engineering, Applications at Liftoff Mobile, with a background in software engineering and management spanning over a decade. His previous roles include positions at Scopely, Vungle, and AlgoLift, where he contributed to various engineering and application development projects.
Current Role at Liftoff Mobile
Jake Puffer serves as the Director of Engineering, Applications at Liftoff Mobile. He has held this position since 2022 and is based in Los Angeles, California. In this role, he oversees the engineering team responsible for application development, ensuring that projects align with the company's strategic goals and technical standards.
Previous Experience at Vungle
Prior to his current role, Jake Puffer worked at Vungle as the Director of Engineering, Applications from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he led engineering efforts focused on application development, contributing to the company's growth in the mobile advertising sector.
Experience at AlgoLift
Jake Puffer held two positions at AlgoLift. He served as Director of Engineering from 2020 to 2021, where he managed engineering operations. Before that, he was a Lead Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020, focusing on software development and team leadership in the Greater Los Angeles Area.
Career Background
Jake Puffer began his career as a Developer at Ted. Perez. + Associates from 2011 to 2013. He then worked at Scopely as a Senior Software Engineer for five years, from 2013 to 2018. Additionally, he was involved in creative marketing at MAX-Q from 2006 to 2010, which provided him with a diverse skill set in both engineering and marketing.
Education and Qualifications
Jake Puffer earned a Bachelor of Science in Technology from Bowling Green State University, where he studied from 2005 to 2008. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in engineering and technology, equipping him with essential skills for his various roles in the industry.