I’m Jesse Contreras. I build robust back-ends and responsive front-ends with clean, test driven code with a focus on accessible user experiences. When I'm away from keyboard you’ll find me running, surfing, traveling, reading or inhaling espresso, activities that I really enjoy and keep me focused. On my spare time I volunteer, a habit my parents call “free work.” I’m happiest working on projects that broaden access to technology and make life easier on others. I also enjoy mentoring developers and collaborating with fast-moving teams. I’m curious about what AI can unlock and have built AI-powered tools, but most of my experience was earned the old-fashioned way: writing, debugging, testing, and shipping code. That foundation helps me use AI thoughtfully, with human judgment firmly in the loop. I built Jesse 2.0, an interactive chatbot, so recruiters can explore my background conversationally. If your organization needs an engineer who ships reliable software and fosters an inclusive culture, let’s connect!

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