Jackson Small
About Jackson Small
Jackson Small is a Software Engineer II currently employed at TaxBit in Draper, Utah. He has a background in software engineering and has previously worked at Horrocks Engineers in various roles, including Junior Full Stack Developer and Field Technician.
Work at TaxBit
Jackson Small currently holds the position of Software Engineer II at TaxBit, having joined the company in 2023. His role involves developing and maintaining software solutions that enhance the company's offerings in cryptocurrency tax compliance. Prior to this position, he worked as a Software Engineer I at TaxBit from 2022 to 2023. During his time at TaxBit, he managed the migration of user management API to an AWS containerized solution, which significantly improved system performance.
Previous Experience at Horrocks Engineers
Before joining TaxBit, Jackson Small worked at Horrocks Engineers in various roles. He served as a Junior Full Stack Developer from 2020 to 2022, where he contributed to software development projects. His earlier positions included Field Technician from 2017 to 2020 and Civil Engineering Intern for four months in 2016. These roles provided him with a diverse skill set and practical experience in both engineering and software development.
Education and Expertise
Jackson Small earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with an emphasis on Software Engineering from Brigham Young University. His education provided him with a solid foundation in programming principles and software development methodologies. He has a strong focus on creative problem-solving, which he applies to his work in software engineering.
Technical Contributions and Achievements
In his current role at TaxBit, Jackson Small has implemented cloud alarms and logging metrics to enhance DevOps workflows. This initiative ensures smooth operations and contributes to the overall efficiency of the software development process. His work on the migration of user management API to an AWS containerized solution led to a 79% improvement in average p95 latency across all endpoints, showcasing his technical capabilities.