# Jake P.

> Software Engineer

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/jakep

I'm a Software Engineer passionate about the innovation and design process of interactive technology. 

Technical Skills:
C/C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Node.js, Three.js, Unity3D, Unreal Engine 5, Visual Studio, Android Studio, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ BeBop Sensors
Jan 2018 – Present | Berkeley, CA
I developed cross-platform application software, plugins, SDKs, and firmware for smart fabric sensor devices that cater to several industries including Medical, Fitness, XR/AR/VR, Robotics, Automotive, & Sports. I integrated devices into various environments, application frameworks, and game engines (Unity and Unreal). The software I've developed utilizes components of 3D computer graphics (shaders), gesture recognition, machine learning, communication protocols (Serial, MIDI, HID, BLE GATT) on Windows and Android, software-firmware communication, mobile development, VR game development in Unity/Unreal w/ Vive & Oculus, device power optimization, multi-threading, and object-oriented design.

### Programming Instructor @ MVCode
Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Mill Valley, CA
I taught programming and game design fundamentals to classes of 1st-8th grade students through lessons in JavaScript, Processing (Java), Unity3D, and Arduino robotics (featuring Bluetooth & various sensors).

### Web Design Intern @ TechFutures
Jan 2012 – Jan 2013
I designed frontend web components and layouts for the World One Radio, KECG, and ECHS websites, leveraging JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Photoshop, and WordPress to enhance both design and user experience.

### Summer Intern @ Vigilent
Jan 2011 – Jan 2011
I assembled and prepared device modules and hardware products for shipment, gaining hands-on experience in production processes and quality assurance.


## Education
### Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: Computer Game Design
University of California, Santa Cruz


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jake-preston

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Last updated: 2026-03-29