Hi there! I’m Alexis M. Jennings, a Senior Software Engineer focused on building scalable, high-impact web applications with modern front-end architecture. I specialize in performant, accessible UIs using Ember and React, and I bring strong full-stack capabilities to backend services. I thrive on thoughtful, collaborative engineering that modernizes legacy systems, improves workflows, and boosts team productivity. I’ve led initiatives to unify design systems, accelerate feature delivery, and improve developer experience across multiple teams. I’m passionate about delivering reliable software, mentoring teammates, and advocating for inclusive, efficient engineering practices that drive real business impact.

Alexis M. Jennings

Hi there! I’m Alexis M. Jennings, a Senior Software Engineer focused on building scalable, high-impact web applications with modern front-end architecture. I specialize in performant, accessible UIs using Ember and React, and I bring strong full-stack capabilities to backend services. I thrive on thoughtful, collaborative engineering that modernizes legacy systems, improves workflows, and boosts team productivity. I’ve led initiatives to unify design systems, accelerate feature delivery, and improve developer experience across multiple teams. I’m passionate about delivering reliable software, mentoring teammates, and advocating for inclusive, efficient engineering practices that drive real business impact.

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Hi there! I’m Alexis M. Jennings, a Senior Software Engineer focused on building scalable, high-impact web applications with modern front-end architecture. I specialize in performant, accessible UIs using Ember and React, and I bring strong full-stack capabilities to backend services. I thrive on thoughtful, collaborative engineering that modernizes legacy systems, improves workflows, and boosts team productivity.

I’ve led initiatives to unify design systems, accelerate feature delivery, and improve developer experience across multiple teams. I’m passionate about delivering reliable software, mentoring teammates, and advocating for inclusive, efficient engineering practices that drive real business impact.

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Work Experience

Software Engineer at Provi
September 23, 2020 - February 13, 2022
Senior Software Engineer at Ritual
March 14, 2022 - Present
Software Engineer II at Ritual
March 1, 2022 - Present
Led the upgrade of the Account Management application from Ember.js 3 to 4, improving security, performance, and compatibility with modern tooling. Reworked the payments workflow by migrating from the deprecated Stripe Card Element to the Stripe Payment Element, enhancing reliability and user experience. Built a shared design system using Web Components to reduce UI duplication across apps and ensure design consistency. Re-architected product pages to integrate with Contentful CMS, enabling product managers to update content independently and accelerate go-to-market campaigns.
Software Engineer at ActiveCampaign
April 1, 2017 - August 1, 2020
Developed new platform features to enhance automated CRM functionality. Led efforts to build a reusable microservice and library consumed by internal teams, and implemented customer-facing enhancements on the CRM platform. Co-led DEI initiatives and advocacy as co-lead of the LGBTQ+ employee resource group.
Mobile Development Analyst at Productive Edge
May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016
Designed and developed a machine learning-based fitness app for Android and Android Wear, focusing on on-device inference and user experience.
Digital Programs Specialist at Alternatives, Inc.
September 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Designed and operated digital programs that trained over 270 participants in photojournalism, filmography, and digital media editing. Led the Digital Connectors program that provided Basic IT and computer networking education to youth and prepared students for CompTIA A+ certification.
Digital Program Specialist at Alternatives, Inc.
September 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Designed and operated digital programs that trained over 270 participants in photojournalism, filmography, and digital media editing. Directed the Digital Connectors program, providing 30 youth with Basic IT and Computer Networking education and preparing them for CompTIA A+ certification. Created and implemented Substance Abuse Prevention media campaigns at Nicholas Senn High School and Uplift High School, contributing to a reported reduction in alcohol use among students aged 14–17.

Education

BA at Xavier Univiersity
September 25, 2006 - May 20, 2010
Software Engineering Immersive at FullStack Academy
February 1, 2017 - January 20, 2026
B.A. in Communications at Xavier University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2010
Computer Science at University of Illinois Chicago
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
FullStack Academy Software Engineering Immersive at FullStack Academy
February 1, 2017 - February 3, 2026
B.A. in Communications at Xavier University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2010
Computer Science (Studies) at University of Illinois
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016

Qualifications

CompTIA A+ Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Other, Retail, Professional Services