Jonathan Lucas
About Jonathan Lucas
Jonathan Lucas is a Senior Frontend Engineer and a founding team member at Openbase, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in frontend and full stack development, having previously held positions at AllTrails, Serverless Inc., and YDesign Group.
Work at Openbase
Jonathan Lucas has been a Senior Frontend Engineer on the founding team at Openbase since 2020. He has played a significant role in the development of the platform, particularly in building the initial version of Openbase's frontend, which supported the company during Y Combinator's Summer 2020 batch. His responsibilities include actively engaging in product development and engineering, focusing on scaling the platform after its launch. Additionally, he is involved in the interviewing and hiring processes, contributing to the expansion of the team and talent acquisition.
Previous Experience in Frontend Development
Before joining Openbase, Jonathan Lucas worked as a Frontend Engineer at AllTrails from 2019 to 2020. He also held the position of Full Stack Engineer at Serverless Inc. for five months in 2018. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Software Engineer (Front End) at YDesign Group from 2015 to 2018. His diverse experience in frontend development has equipped him with a robust skill set applicable to various projects.
Educational Background
Jonathan Lucas studied at Savannah College of Art and Design, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Printmaking and Interactive Design from 2006 to 2010. He has also been studying the Korean language at Yonsei University since 2020. This educational background has provided him with a foundation in both artistic and technical disciplines.
Career Development and Freelance Work
Jonathan has a history of freelance work, including a position with IIDA as a Web Developer in 2013. He worked remotely for two months in the NC-Chapter in San Francisco. Additionally, he served as an Application Developer at FMLS from 2010 to 2014. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation within the tech industry.