Engineering Leadership & Innovation at Scale
About Jared Jordan
I'm a technology executive and builder who's passionate about leading teams that make a real impact. At Capital One, I serve as the General Manager of the Garage for Financial Services Auto Finance. I focus on innovation across developer platforms, AI labs, and customer experiences, working to transform how we serve millions through smarter, tech-driven solutions.
Born in Seattle, grounded in faith, and always learning, I lead with both heart and hustle.
Career Journey
YouTube Leadership
As Director of Engineering, I led the launch of PrimeTime Channels and built features for live sports and on-demand streaming.
Gmail Innovation
Helped shape AI tools like "Help Me Write" to change how people interact with email.
Netflix Growth
Drove global initiatives like "Netflix On Us," India's Streamfest, and the platform's account-sharing enforcement.
Leadership Philosophy
No matter the company or title, one thing stays true. I care deeply about building high-performing, inclusive teams. I believe great products start with great people. I'm committed to mentoring rising leaders, creating cultures where talent thrives, and turning bold ideas into reality.
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Education & Certifications
Academic Background
University of Washington graduate program in engineering management, with semester abroad at Tsinghua University (Beijing) focusing on global technology systems.
Undergraduate Studies
Computer Science from Auburn University at Montgomery with honors, complemented by data science specialization through Universidad de Buenos Aires exchange program.
Professional Development
Java 8 Professional Certification (2024), Google Cloud Platform Associate Engineer (2023), Ethical AI Governance Certificate (2022), Jira Administration Certification (2021), and multilingual technical leadership training through global industry cohorts.
Technical Skills & Expertise
Full-Stack Development
Mastery of diverse technologies including Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, and mobile development frameworks for creating end-to-end solutions.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Expert implementation of AWS, Google Cloud, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and distributed systems that scale to support global user bases.
Data Engineering & AI/ML
Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases, data warehousing, ETL pipelines, machine learning frameworks, and implementing AI-driven features for content recommendation.
Projects & Achievements
Impact-Driven Leadership
Led the engineering effort to integrate premium content features for YouTube's primetime viewing experience, increasing user engagement by 32% across diverse global markets.
Architected growth engineering initiatives at Netflix that contributed to a 28% expansion in APAC market penetration and launched localized content platforms in 14 languages.
Developed accessibility features that improved platform usability for users with disabilities, receiving recognition from global advocacy organizations.
Personal Values
Family First
Balancing the demands of tech leadership with dedicated family time, embracing diverse family structures and cultural traditions as sources of strength and perspective.
Community Engagement
Active participation in multicultural community initiatives and mentoring programs for underrepresented groups, helping develop a diverse next generation of technology leaders.
Inclusive Culture
Champion for building truly diverse engineering teams across dimensions of race, gender, ability, and thought, creating environments where innovation flourishes through equitable representation and belonging.
Continuous Growth
Committed to lifelong learning about diverse perspectives, challenging biases, and evolving inclusive leadership approaches that elevate all voices in technical practices and decision-making.
Let's Connect
I'm always interested in connecting with fellow engineering leaders, technology innovators, and potential collaborators from diverse backgrounds, industries, and regions who share my passion for inclusive, high-impact engineering.
LinkedIn
Connect professionally to discuss engineering leadership, innovation opportunities, and cross-cultural collaboration initiatives.
Speaking & Community
Available for panels, presentations, and community meetups on engineering culture, global diversity in tech, and inclusive platform development.
Direct Contact
Reach out at contact@jaredjordan.dev for inquiries about mentorship, collaboration, or international partnership opportunities.
Global Network
Participating in worldwide engineering communities and multicultural tech initiatives that bridge perspectives across continents.
My Vision for Engineering Excellence
I believe great engineering leadership isn't just about being deep technically. It's about cultivating multicultural, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences unite to solve real problems at scale.
My mission is to champion inclusive, high-impact engineering organizations that celebrate diversity of thought, identity, and approach as we push the boundaries of what's possible in content delivery and user experience. By embracing varied viewpoints and fostering equitable environments, we can build technology that truly enriches lives across all communities and cultures.
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