# Rebecca Swernofsky > Backend Engineer at Spotify Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/rebeccaswernofsky Hey there, I'm Rebecca! I’m a software developer, based in Boston. Right now I’m working on projects in the personalization space at Spotify. I studied Computer Science at Northeastern University, and I have experience both as an engineer and product manager. I’m skilled not only at building full-stack applications, but at establishing the trajectory of a team. I care about making an impact, nurturing relationships, and continuous learning. ## Work Experience ### Backend Engineer @ Spotify Jan 2024 – Present | Boston, Massachusetts, United States ### Full Stack Software Engineer (Consultant) @ Fidelity Investments Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 Consultant through CGI ### Computer Science Lab Leader @ Digital Ready Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 ### Summer Camp Counselor @ JCC Camp Sabra Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Rocky Mount, Missouri, United States ### Product Management Co-op @ Spotify Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Launched an alpha test to 300 employees based on validated user problems. Prototyped options with engineers and analyzed feedback. Designed a second test within 2 weeks to fulfill user needs Steered a Discover Weekly hack project and launched a beta test to 22.4 million end-users, invalidating a low-hanging-fruit idea. Investigated data with a data scientist to inform future tests Overhauled internal squad PR docs to drive better collaboration with other squads ### Product Intern @ BrainQ Technologies Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 | Jerusalem, Israel Thoroughly analyzed competitor products to provide a recommendation on a pivotal product decision. Considered risks, user expectations, technical cost, and company competitive advantages Contributed to the startup's go-to-market strategy by researching medtech regulatory requirements ### Web Engineering Co-op @ Spotify Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Managed a 3-month metrics page rewrite: defining scope, communicating progress, documenting, and prioritizing Architected and implemented features in React, TypeScript, and GraphQL for tooling used by professional playlist editors, creating better listening experiences for end users Strengthened rigorous design practices through test-driven development, frequent feedback, and bias towards simplicity Collaborated with a team of 10 engineers, supporting others through communication, listening, and enthusiasm ### Software Product Manager @ Northeastern Electric Racing Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Iterated on product definitions with stakeholders, conducting interviews to understand problems and validate solutions Defined MVP and MLP for full-stack project management software application to be used by a 150-member club Created ticket template, and looped in designers to effectively communicate features to developers ### Tech Consulting Projects Lead @ TAMID at Northeastern Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Led and enforced agile software best-practices in architecture and coding style by establishing scrum processes, documentation, and tooling Drove the sourcing of an end-to-end interdisciplinary software consulting project for a startup Defined the mentorship structure and selected candidates for the project teams to best support member growth ### Software Engineering Co-op @ Paperless Parts Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Spearheaded development of user-requested features including PDF redaction, workflow statuses, and video help mode in a web-based manufacturing quoting tool using React, Redux, and Django REST Framework. Drove discussion on architecture and design in daily standups and peer review. Took ownership, asked questions, and adapted to change as part of the collaborative core product team of 6. Actively scheduled feedback meetings with teammates to contribute to a company culture of intentionality and growth. ### Build Studio Engineer @ Generate Product Development Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 Developed a login/signup flow for a cross-platform mobile app using React Native and an Express REST API. Collaborated with designers in an interdisciplinary team of 8, meeting bi-weekly sprint deadlines and presenting code walks. Worked with a student venture on an app that removes the stigma of getting medical assistance. ### Fundamentals of Computer Science 1 Tutor @ Khoury College of Computer Sciences Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Enriched student understanding of course material by giving consistent feedback in weekly office hours, labs, and grading. Clarified confusion through effective communication by assessing misunderstandings quickly and asking guiding questions. Fostered a supportive learning environment for 86 students with humility, patience, and sensitivity within a team of 8. ### Cashier and Stock Worker @ Footwear Etc. Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 | Los Altos, California, United States Managed inventory order through consistent organization to support store-wide efficiency. Provided friendly customer service when handling transactions at the register to increase customer retention. ## Education ### Bachelor of Science - BS in Computer Science Northeastern University ### Informatics The University of Edinburgh ### Computer Science Foothill College ### Los Altos High School ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/rswernofsky --- Source: https://flows.cv/rebeccaswernofsky JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/rebeccaswernofsky/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-31