# Anthony Kumasaka > Software Engineer at Shiftsmart -- We're Hiring! Location: San Francisco, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/anthonykumasaka The past 7 months I have been working as a full stack software engineer at a startup called CourtBuddy in downtown SF. I was the first onsite engineer hire which allowed me the incredible yet challenging opportunity to be responsible for executing the product team’s proposals as well as making key decisions about the stack we used. I displayed a strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and a desire to learn new technologies as I worked with the offsite team in India to transition the current PHP site into a modern Node/React stack. I built new pages and apps emphasizing a pixel perfect replica of the mocks from the design team with the use of CSS, HTML5 and React.js. Without a designated DevOps engineer, I took it upon myself to learn how to create and manage my own AWS EC2 instances, utilizing nginx and apache to successfully host React pages that communicated with php and python backend servers. After we hired another onsite full stack engineer and three software engineer interns I demonstrated exceptional leadership and teamwork in creating and managing our on site team. I was charged with training the interns in React.js, Node.js and various other technologies. I oversaw the team while we developed two patent pending applications one of which that used machine learning to intelligently predict the classification of court cases based on user input. Due to my strong work ethic and ability to work and communicate effectively with others, accompanied with my strong technical skills and ability to learn new technologies efficiently, I am confident I would be a great contributor and team player to your company. --- Prior to being a software engineer, I was the personal videographer and editor for Grammy nominated artist Ryan Leslie. While touring the world together, we spent a lot of time conceptualizing an application to grow the independent artist. This lead to the creation of SuperPhone – a bidirectional mobile communications application which would later be featured in Forbes(see link below). The creative process and battle of developing an idea into existence, and forging the bridge between conceptualization and a tangible, impactful product made me fall in love with programming. It is my outlet for problem-solving and creative expression. My technical skills and experiences include, but are not limited to JavaScript, React, Redux, Ruby, Rails, HTML, and CSS. Portfolio: www.anthonykumasaka.com Projects: ## Work Experience ### Software Engineer @ Shiftsmart Jan 2020 – Present | San Francisco, California ### Full Stack Software Engineer @ Courtbuddy.com Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | San Francisco Bay Area - Collaborated with the design and product teams to build a complete new version of the application using Node.js, React, and MySQL as the company’s first on site software engineer. - Managed a team of three software engineering interns, training them in React/Redux and Node.js and supporting them throughout the internship while working on patent pending Case Monitor. - Created patent pending Case Classifier application that takes the user's input and intelligently classifies the type of case through python and machine learning. - With no designated DevOps team I constantly learned new technologies like Apache, Nginx, CloudFront and Route 53, taking ownership of the creation and maintenance of various AWS EC2 instances. - Used apache to allow the new React frontend to connect to the existing PHP infrastructure which enabled the creation of the courthouse, careers, areas of law and landing pages. ### Video Producer, Editor and Animator @ www.anthonykumasaka.com Jan 2010 – Jan 2018 | New York, NY / San Francisco, CA / International - Produced videos for large list of companies: Xilinx, Cisco, Intel, Dell, AeroScout, Global Foundries, and Veyron Management - Produced videos for large list of entertainers: Ryan Leslie (Grammy Nominated Artist), Kevin Fox (3 time Grammy winner), Fabolous (Grammy Nominated Artist), Kevin Hart (Comedian), Min (K-Pop), Whipped Cream Music (EDM artist), Jordan Comolli (EDM Artist), Hucci (EDM), ZakDownTown (Hip Hop Artist), and many more! - Employed skills and knowledge concerning all aspects of production, as well as interpersonal skills to deliver quality work on time, contributing significantly to client satisfaction - Managed cross-functional teams through effective communication and technical understanding ### IT Technician (Temp) @ Kaiser Permanente Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | Santa Clara, California - Increased team's efficiency by 300% through effective process implementation - Assisted with the mapping of current state against future state processes - Supported continuous process improvement by participating in the development, implementation, and maintenance of standardized tools, templates, and processes - Utilized effective communication/organizational skills in scheduling support for physicians ### Apple Genius Bar Technician @ Apple Jan 2013 – Jan 2016 - Maintained a perfect Net Promoter Score of 100 while repairing/troubleshooting the hardware and software of Apple computers and phones - Taught classes on Apple applications ranging from basics to advance courses - Achieved multiple certifications as an apple technician related to Apple computers and phones - Improved efficiency in identifying hardware and/or software issues, essentially enhancing the customer experience - Utilized empathy, patience, and care in defusing potentially aggressive confrontations ### Videographer/Video Editor for Grammy Nominated artist Ryan Leslie @ Next Selection Jan 2012 – Jan 2016 | New York/International - Lived and toured with Mr. Leslie as his personal Videographer - Produced, shot, and edited videos for Grammy nominated artist Ryan Leslie, Fabolous, Miss Minn, Jessica White, Talib Kweli, and Kevin Hart; Videos achieved more than 5,000,000 views collectively - Collaborated with the conception and original creation of Mr. Leslie's “SuperPhone” application, significantly increasing revenue for NextSelection, as well as future users (50 Cent, Talib Kweli) - Directed live performances, coordinating with light directors, cameramen, and sound engineers ### Video Editor/Animator @ Xilinx Jan 2012 – Jan 2013 | San Jose, CA - Produced external marketing and internal training videos - Developed effective production/post-production workflows within the context of cross-functional teams to efficiently deliver desired videos - Demonstrated strong understanding of video and audio compression settings, as well as judgment, during video exportation to deliver the most appropriate format for viewing - Assisted in uploading videos to Xilinx’s official YouTube page ### Contract Videographer/Assistant Editor for Grammy Nominated Artist Ryan Leslie @ Next Selection Academy Jan 2012 – Jan 2013 | New York and California Produced live music videos for Grammy nominated artist, Ryan Leslie ### Contract Video Editor/Animator & Videographer @ Federico Productions Jan 2011 – Jan 2013 | San Jose, CA - Produced corporate, commercial, educational, and promotional videos for Cisco, Intel, Dell, and AeroScout - Employed skills and knowledge concerning all aspects of production, as well as interpersonal skills, to deliver quality work on time, contributing significantly to client satisfaction and to continual work - Assisted the management of cross-functional teams with analyzing members’ current status concerning the schedule through effective communication and technical understanding ### Contract Video Editor/Animator @ American Media Group Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 | San Jose, CA - Produced corporate and promotional videos for a variety of clients, including SAP - Communicated with clients methodically to increase efficiency and quality, and ultimately client satisfaction - Invested extended personal hours outside of the budget when appropriate to ensure highest quality work ## Education ### App Academy ### Bachelor's degree in Communication with an emphasis in Video Production Santa Clara University ### Soquel High School ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kumasaka - Website: http://www.anthonykumasaka.com --- Source: https://flows.cv/anthonykumasaka JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/anthonykumasaka/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-01