# Leslie Pearson

> Frontend Software Engineer | React, TypeScript & JavaScript

Location: United States, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/lesliepearson

Dynamic Frontend / Fullstack Software Engineer with expertise in React, TypeScript and modern design systems, specializing in building scalable applications, integrating APIs and leading cross-functional teams. Proven ability to drive product development, reduce technical debt and enhance user experiences in both fast-paced startup and enterprise environments.

With a diverse background in fine arts, stand-up comedy, film & entertainment and teaching, I bring a unique blend of creativity, adaptability and strong communication skills to my software engineering career. I am a passionate advocate for cross-functional empathy, team building and celebrating both team and individual milestones to foster effective, collaborative environments.

Beyond tech, I am deeply interested in fitness, wellness, dogs, baking, arts & crafts and nurturing plants.

## Work Experience
### Frontend Software Engineer @ Archy
Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | New York, New York, United States
I developed key features for a dental software product, collaborated with backend engineers on product specs and API integrations, and reduced technical debt by migrating the codebase to TypeScript. I also organized offsite activities to strengthen team collaboration in a remote environment.

### Tech Lead, Frontend Software Engineer @ Openfit
Jan 2020 – Jan 2022 | New York, New York, United States
I developed fitness features and internal tools while leading cross-functional teams to improve workflows and ensure high-quality feature rollouts. I also modernized internal tools and contributed to recruitment and onboarding efforts to strengthen team capabilities.

### Tech Lead, Fullstack Software Engineer @ Lever
Jan 2016 – Jan 2020 | San Francisco Bay Area
I led a multi-year initiative to migrate the our CMS to a new data model to enhancing scalability and unblock enterprise deals, while re-architecting access frameworks and executing large-scale data migrations. Contributed to customer support, integrated third-party APIs, and played a pivotal role in team growth and recruitment.


## Education
### Web Development in Computer Science
Make School
Jan 2015 – Jan 2016

### Computer Science
Georgetown University
Jan 2014 – Jan 2015

### Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Studio Art, Business of Entertainment, Media and Film
New York University
Jan 2007 – Jan 2010

### Graphic Design
Savannah College of Art and Design
Jan 2006 – Jan 2007

### Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Jan 2002 – Jan 2006


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

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Source: https://flows.cv/lesliepearson
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Last updated: 2026-03-20