JJ Englert

As Softr's Community and Education Lead, I build programs that help a global network of no-code builders learn, grow, and connect. I've launched initiatives like Softr Build Week , Softr Awards , and other community-driven efforts that engage thousands of users worldwide.

- On the education side, I designed and implemented Softr's 101 and Professional certifications , writing all exam content and integrating the technology directly into the product for a seamless learning experience.

- I also lead all video and media production—from concept and filming to editing and live streaming—creating 75+ educational, community, and marketing videos . With my filmmaking background and AI network, I turn complex ideas into clear, inspiring stories that help users succeed.

(Acquired by RapidDev, the largest no-code development agency in the industry)

Co-founded Studio NoCode to help startups bring ideas to life with top AI and no-code talent. Delivered dozens of production-ready apps in a fraction of traditional timelines by leveraging emerging technologies.

Led business development and operations , improved project efficiency, and collaborated cross-functionally to enhance delivery quality. Mentored junior builders , fostering growth and innovation across the team.

Served as a player-coach , leading a cross-functional team of seven while also acting as lead product manager and hands-on engineer . Defined the product roadmap , ran daily standups , and delivered scalable, cloud-based tools that digitized operations for contractors, homeowners, and financial institutions. Directed system architecture and infrastructure improvements to boost performance and reliability, mentored engineering talent , and implemented testing protocols that reduced deployment defects and accelerated release cycles.

As the first product hire and Lead Engineer at Pro Platforms, I was instrumental in setting up the entire product organization and developing the roadmap. In this role, I managed a team of seven , including designers, project managers, and developers, overseeing daily operations and guiding the long-term product strategy. My leadership was crucial in establishing efficient processes and driving the development of innovative solutions , ensuring the team consistently delivered high-quality results in a dynamic tech landscape.

As the first engineering hire at Profound Strategy, I was instrumental in building and scaling a cutting-edge SEO tool on Bubble. My role included collaborating with design and product leads to develop new features, making key engineering decisions, and optimizing data architecture and external API usage. I played a vital role in refining app logic to ensure a seamless user experience, while also contributing to team expansion , early technology planning , and shaping the product roadmap to establish a strong foundation for growth and success.

Served as the company's in-house GTM engineer , building and maintaining the systems that powered marketing and sales growth. Developed and optimized the company website , email automations , PPC campaigns , and lead qualification pipelines , integrating tools across the stack for seamless operations.

Built and scaled a global platform connecting video creators and production professionals. Raised $250K+ in angel investment , participated in a San Francisco accelerator , and grew the platform to 5,000+ customers with 50K+ social followers and 200K+ weekly impressions .