Ryan Kotzebue
About Ryan Kotzebue
Ryan Kotzebue serves as the Head of Developer Experience at RevenueCat, where he has contributed to the company's growth since 2018. With a background in industrial engineering and experience at companies like Deloitte and Foursquare, he focuses on enhancing developer solutions for mobile subscription management.
Work at RevenueCat
Ryan Kotzebue has served as the Head of Developer Experience at RevenueCat since 2018. In this role, he has been instrumental in the company's growth, particularly during its participation in the Y Combinator Summer 2018 batch. His responsibilities include recruiting and expanding the team to address large-scale developer challenges. He has also played a significant role in developing RevenueCat's solution that simplifies mobile subscription management, enabling developers to implement this functionality with minimal coding.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Kotzebue earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in technology and developer experience, equipping him with the analytical skills necessary for problem-solving in complex environments.
Background in Technology and Consulting
Prior to his role at RevenueCat, Ryan Kotzebue gained extensive experience in the technology sector. He worked at Deloitte as a Business Analyst in HR Technology from 2013 to 2015. He then joined Foursquare, where he held multiple roles, including Technical Account Manager and Technical Project Manager, from 2016 to 2018. His experience at Deloitte Digital as a Business Technology Analyst further solidified his expertise in technology consulting.
Professional Experience at Foursquare
At Foursquare, Ryan Kotzebue held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He served as a Technical Account Manager and Technical Project Manager, where he focused on developer platforms. He also worked briefly as a Senior Client Solutions Engineer in 2018. These roles allowed him to gain insights into client needs and technical solutions, enhancing his skills in managing developer experiences.
Early Career at ABR Investment Strategy
Ryan Kotzebue began his career as a Research Analyst at ABR Investment Strategy in 2012. This early experience provided him with a foundation in research and analysis, which has been beneficial throughout his subsequent roles in technology and consulting.