Justin Drew
About Justin Drew
Justin Drew is a Senior Front End Engineer with expertise in front-end technologies such as Ember.js and jQuery. He has held various engineering roles at companies including SimplePractice, Stack Sports, and Grifin, and has a strong background in database development.
Work at SimplePractice
Justin Drew has been employed at SimplePractice as a Senior Front-End Engineer since 2021. In this role, he utilizes his expertise in front-end technologies to enhance the user experience of the platform. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining user interfaces, ensuring optimal performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement new features.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Justin held various roles in software development. He worked as a Senior Software Developer at Stack Sports from 2017 to 2019 in Denver, Colorado. He then transitioned to ScaleFactor as a Senior Software Developer from 2019 to 2020, also in Denver. Additionally, he served as Director of Engineering at Grifin from 2020 to 2021. His earlier experience includes a role as an Associate Application Developer at UCHealth in 2017 and five years as a Software Developer at Software Consulting Associates from 2012 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Justin Drew studied at Lycoming College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from 2005 to 2009. He also attended Rhinebeck Junior/Senior High School, achieving an Honors Regents Diploma from 2001 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in front-end technologies, including proficiency in Ember.js and jQuery, as well as a strong foundation in database development.
Technical Skills and Problem-Solving
Justin possesses extensive knowledge of front-end technologies, particularly in Ember.js and jQuery. His experience working under tight deadlines in small, independently owned companies has contributed to his effective problem-solving skills. This background enables him to address challenges efficiently and deliver high-quality solutions in his engineering work.