Nate Jones

• Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives to modernize business operations and the VISION product.
• Optimized IT infrastructure and operational costs by streamlining processes and implementing cutting-edge technologies.
• Created scalable architectures that supported long-term growth strategies while providing flexibility to adapt as needed.
• Collaborated with cross-functional intra-company teams to provide mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Provided project leadership in dynamic technology-driven environment with multiple priorities.
• Increased operational efficiency by consolidating systems, automating tasks, and leveraging cloud solutions.
• Maintained thorough understanding of all key and current technologies, platforms and trends.
• Established robust cybersecurity protocols, mitigating risks and safeguarding sensitive company information.
• Managed company-level architecture, platform and data configuration processes and implementation protocols.
• Improved VISION program delivery performance and reliability.

WizeFi is a pre-seed startup aimed at revolutionizing the personal finance industry. Our AI-based platform will guide users along the path of getting out of debt and achieving financial freedom. Responsibilities include:

• Define and implement the Product and Technology Roadmaps
• Manage the Platform and Technology team
• Assist CEO with strategy, fundraising, marketing, budgeting

Tech stack: Angular, Flutter, Node, AWS

• Work closely with Executive team to plan, develop and execute technical strategies in the EV charging space
• Oversee software development and implementation of complex Roadmap
• Recruiting, mentoring, team building

• Executive advising and consulting
• Developer mentoring
• Technology roadmap planning and execution

As VP of Engineering for the Mobile Application Division, I managed a large globally-distributed team of software engineers and architects charged with building best-in-class order ahead and loyalty apps for the Dining industry.

Key responsibilities and accomplishments:

• Provided technology leadership and strategic roadmap development on key accounts
• Worked directly with C-suite and other stakeholders on departmental initiatives, project status reports, and resourcing/staffing challenges
• Led the end-to-end rebuild of our SDLC, based on core Agile and Lean principles and improved software best practices; Developed documentation and playbooks for transitioning existing project teams to the new SDLC
• Created resourcing/staffing plans for dozens of internal and client-facing projects - from new builds to run-state projects

Led successful integration of two companies post-acquisition, honing skills in team building, talent acquisition, technology leadership, and SDLC implementation. Instrumental in successfully unifying two large Engineering organizations, headed effort to transform workforce by converting 50+ contractors into full-time staff. Built standardized integration processes to successfully integrate two additional companies into the LightBox family.

Key responsibilities and accomplishments:

• Led a successful SDLC transformation to Agile
• Made key improvements to Software Engineering best practices, patterns, and processes
• Established mentoring and skills development program
• Modernized Development tools and Testing technologies
• Modernized Product technologies and frameworks - introduction of React, Python, Kafka, and Cloud-based services
• Close working relationship with Enterprise Customers (Lending Institutions) to ensure stable, valuable software Releases
• Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to keep material costs within set budgets

Partnered with the Executive team and Private Equity owners, Spectrum Equity, to build further value in preparation for second Private Equity exit. After three years, completed a successful sale to Silverlake Partners to form LightBox.

Key responsibilities and accomplishments:

• Rebuilt the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) by transforming home-built, process-deficient methodology into a lean, fully Agile operation
• Helped de-risk the company by assessing current state of Infrastructure, Platform, software architectures, and processes; Developed and led implementation of improvements
• Developed comprehensive KPI package for Reporting to Stakeholders, including ExComm, Board, and Customers
• Helped develop comprehensive Security & Compliance program; Supported SOC 1 (Types 1 & 2) certification, external Pen Tests, and Static and Dynamic code scanning
• Coordinated third-party vendors and client IT teams to seamlessly deliver effective B2B integrations
• Developed comprehensive Performance & Product Usage metrics capabilities across all Product lines
• Initiated operational improvements using lean methodologies to drive efficiency and reduce costs
• Responsible for all key technology decisions
• Formed deep relationships with Customers, ensuring Platform was meeting needs as well as uncovering additional adoption opportunities

• Assembled and managed team of Software and QA Engineers to build highly scalable software systems
• Led the effort to rebuild monolithic software platform into a modern, API rich, service-based platform
• Mentored team, sharing skills and expertise and encouraged each member to bring forward ideas and suggestions for improvement; fostering a culture of "bottom-up' innovation
• Established program to reduce tech debt during every Sprint, resulting in balanced Release containing both Business and Technical value
• Developed and maintained Continuous Integration system, enabling Agile development
• Established QA Automation technologies and processes to improve quality during Development cycles and prior to Production Releases
• Established documentation policies and enacted program to document all software systems
• Developed Integration program for third-party partners, resulting in an ecosystem of highly available web services and APIs for B2B connectivity