Jamie Kosoy
Engineering manager, design engineer, full-stack developer, and creative coder
Bay Area, California
Summary
Jamie Kosoy is a seasoned engineering leader with extensive experience in web presence and platform development, particularly within high-growth tech companies like Stripe and Notion. His roles have consistently involved leading and scaling engineering teams, driving critical infrastructure projects, and implementing content management systems for large-scale public-facing websites. notion
He possesses a unique blend of technical and creative skills, describing himself as a "design engineer" and "creative coder." This background allows him to bridge the gap between design and engineering, shaping strategy and tactics while inventing polished user interface mechanics. jkosoy+2
Jamie has a strong passion for education and mentorship, having served as Adjunct Faculty at both Parsons School of Design and the University of San Francisco. He finds teaching rewarding, inspired by students' hunger, passion, and drive, and has taught coding and prototyping. idarchive+2
He is an innovator and entrepreneur, having founded Arbitrary, an interactive studio where he served as President/Head of Technology. His projects often involve experimenting with new technologies and pushing creative boundaries, such as the Melody Jams app and the Receipt Bot ASCII art photo booth. idarchive+2
Jamie is also a published author, contributing articles to platforms like Smashing Magazine, where he shares insights on topics such as prototyping and the making of his own projects, demonstrating his ability to articulate complex technical and creative processes. smashingmagazine+1
Work
Education
Projects
Writing
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Prototyping (But Were Afraid To Ask)
December 7, 2017An article discussing the transformative power of integrating prototyping into the creative process for a more positive and enriching team culture. Shares experiences and advice on using prototyping to work on diverse projects faster.
The Making Of “Melody Jams”
May 24, 2016Details the challenges and successes in developing the Melody Jams iOS app remotely with a team, covering technical, mental, and physical hurdles, and the strategies employed for successful collaboration.