Travis Rase
About Travis Rase
Travis Rase is the Lead Backend Engineer at PatchRx in Denver, Colorado, specializing in backend engineering and cloud infrastructure.
Current Position at PatchRx
Travis Rase currently holds the title of Lead Backend Engineer at PatchRx. He is based in Denver, Colorado, United States, and works in a hybrid capacity. His role involves significant responsibilities, including leading the backend engineering team and ensuring the robustness of backend systems. Since joining PatchRx, Travis has been instrumental in various initiatives, such as developing a microservices architecture and implementing a CI/CD pipeline that reduced deployment times by 30%.
Professional Experience
Travis Rase's professional journey includes multiple roles in software engineering, significantly contributing to his expertise. Before his current role, he worked as a Backend Software Engineer at PatchRx for 2 years. Prior to that, he was a Software Engineer and Junior Software Engineer at Marketron, contributing to projects over 14 months. Additionally, he served as a Software Development Intern at Marketron for a year, gaining foundational experience. Earlier in his career, Travis worked as a Physics Quantitative Reasoning Tutor at Bowdoin College for 9 months and as a Videographer and Glove Baker at FlyLow Sports, LLC.
Educational Background
Travis Rase has a well-rounded academic background. He earned a Bachelor's degree from Bowdoin College, where he studied Computer Science, Physics, and Economics over four years. Additionally, he studied European Economics through the DIS - Study Abroad program for 11 months. Prior to his collegiate studies, Travis attended Kent Denver School, laying a strong educational foundation that has supported his professional and academic endeavors.
Technical Achievements
Travis Rase has attained several notable technical achievements. At PatchRx, he developed a microservices architecture that enhanced system scalability and performance. He also implemented a CI/CD pipeline, significantly reducing deployment times by 30%. Beyond company-specific accomplishments, Travis contributes to the open-source community by maintaining a popular library used in backend development. His technical expertise is also recognized externally, as he holds a certification in AWS Solutions Architect, specializing in cloud infrastructure.
Industry Contributions and Community Involvement
Travis Rase is actively involved in the tech community. He presented a talk on 'Scalable Backend Systems' at the Denver Tech Meetup in 2022, sharing his insights with peers. Additionally, he mentors junior developers at PatchRx, emphasizing best practices in backend engineering. Outside of work, Travis has participated in hackathons, including one where his team developed a healthcare app that won the 'Best Innovation' award, underscoring his commitment to driving innovation and mentoring in the tech community.