Justin Cook
About Justin Cook
Justin Cook is an Engineering Manager with extensive experience in software engineering and team leadership. He has worked at various companies, including RE/MAX and Red Ventures, where he currently manages teams focused on custom ad placements and backend platform development for Bankrate.com.
Current Role at Red Ventures
Justin Cook serves as an Engineering Manager at Red Ventures, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he manages a client-focused team that builds custom ad placements throughout Bankrate.com. He also leads a team responsible for the backend platform that powers the website, ensuring efficient operations and performance. Additionally, he oversees a front-end team that focuses on key pages, site navigation, and the design system based on Tailwind.
Previous Experience at RE/MAX
Before joining Red Ventures, Justin Cook worked at RE/MAX from 2016 to 2021. He initially served as a Senior Software Engineer for two years, followed by a role as Software Engineering Manager from 2018 to 2021. During his tenure, he also acted as a Scrum Master for one year, contributing to agile project management and team collaboration in the Greater Denver Area.
Experience at Origins Analytics
In 2022, Justin Cook worked as an Engineering Manager at Origins Analytics for seven months. His responsibilities included overseeing engineering projects and managing teams to deliver analytical solutions. This role provided him with experience in a data-driven environment.
Educational Background at DeVry University
Justin Cook studied at DeVry University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from 2001 to 2004. His education provided him with foundational knowledge and skills in software development and information technology.
Career Progression and Other Roles
Justin Cook has held various engineering roles throughout his career. He worked at Arise Labs as a Senior Software Engineer/Manager/Owner from 2010 to 2015 and at PROSOCO, Inc. as a Software Engineer from 2005 to 2008. He also gained experience as a Full Stack Engineer at OneLouder Apps from 2008 to 2010 and served as a Faculty Assistant at DeVry University from 2003 to 2004.