Niqui Merret
About Niqui Merret
Niqui Merret is a Senior Engineering Manager with extensive experience in accessibility, performance, and SEO. She co-founded Jade Hopper in 2010 and has been with ConsumerAffairs since 2014, where she has successfully led a remote engineering team.
Work at ConsumerAffairs
Niqui Merret has served as the Senior Engineering Manager at ConsumerAffairs since 2014. In this role, she has focused on building and managing a distributed team of engineers, enhancing their efficiency and ensuring the timely delivery of quality code. Her expertise in accessibility, performance, and SEO has been integral to her work, contributing to the overall success of the engineering department. Under her leadership, the team has adapted to remote work dynamics while maintaining high standards in software development.
Co-founder Role at Jade Hopper
Since 2010, Niqui Merret has been a co-founder of Jade Hopper, where she has played a significant role in shaping the company’s direction and focus. Her experience in web development and multimedia authoring has informed the company's approach to projects, particularly in areas related to accessibility and performance. This long-term commitment reflects her dedication to fostering innovation and quality in the tech industry.
Education and Expertise
Niqui Merret studied Web Development and Multimedia Authoring at Mediatek from 1997 to 1998. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in web technologies, which she has built upon throughout her career. Her deep understanding of accessibility, performance, and SEO has been a consistent focus in her professional endeavors, influencing her work as a developer and manager.
Background in Flash Development
Niqui Merret began her career as a Flash developer, where she specialized in accessibility. During this time, she actively promoted a better web experience through her participation in conferences and workshops. Her early work laid the groundwork for her ongoing commitment to creating accessible digital environments, which continues to be a focal point in her current roles.
Community Involvement and Social Initiatives
Niqui Merret has been involved in various community and social initiatives, including developing e-learning for Project Literature in South Africa. This project highlights her commitment to educational initiatives. Additionally, she contributed to a UNESCO women’s empowerment program in Mozambique by providing training, demonstrating her dedication to social causes and community development.