Currently open to software engineering opportunities
Frontend-Focused Software Engineer

Jordan Falcon

I'm a software engineer with seven years of experience at ESPN and Disney, building responsive, accessible, and user-friendly digital experiences for sports fans. My background spans media, content management systems, consumer products, and high-traffic web applications. Currently open to software engineering opportunities in New York City, hybrid, or remote.

01 / About

About Me

I'm a frontend-focused software engineer in New York City, building digital products at the intersection of sports, media, and technology. I didn't start out headed for software. I began in retail, working my way from part-time sales associate to store manager at LIDS Sports Group in under a year — leading a team, reading customers, and learning to connect daily work to measurable results. In college, I started with mechanical engineering at NYU Polytechnic before realizing software development was the better fit for how I like to think: creative, problem-solving, technical. I went on to study computer science at CUNY Lehman College. From there, I worked at The New York Times and Gestalt Interactive, then joined ESPN as an intern — a role that grew into my current position as a Software Engineer II, where I build experiences used by sports fans across ESPN's platforms. What I care about most is turning complex requirements into products that feel simple and reliable, in close collaboration with designers, product managers, and fellow engineers. When I'm not coding, you'll find me at a salsa social, gaming, or working on a personal project.

02 / Experience

Professional Track Record

A path from retail leadership and bootcamp into media and sports products at scale.

  1. 2013-2015

    Advanced from sales associate to store manager

    at LIDS

    • Earned three promotions within the first 12 months
    • Helped the store achieve #1 sales ranking in the district
    • Supervised, scheduled, and trained a team of five
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  2. 2015

    Software Engineering Bootcamp

    at Flatiron School

  3. 2015

    Web Developer Intern

    at The New York Times

    • Built an image-upload tool for editors and a CMS
    • Created an API for app-to-service communication
    • Helped generate and customize article video clips
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  4. 2016

    Started Computer Science

    at CUNY Lehman College

  5. 2017

    Software Engineering Intern → Software Engineer

    at Gestalt Interactive

    • Built the My Brother's Keeper website
    • Shipped a CMS so the client could update content
    • Co-developed Whimventory grid-view features
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  6. 2018

    Software Engineering Intern

    at ESPN

    • Supported ESPN digital products in production
    • Practiced code reviews and cross-team collaboration
    • Transitioned into a full-time engineering role
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  7. 2019

    Graduated with Bachelor of Science

    in Computer Science at CUNY Lehman College

  8. 2019-2026

    Grew into Software Engineer II

    at ESPN and Disney

    • Built fan-facing products with React and TypeScript
    • Shipped responsive experiences across devices
    • Partnered with product, design, and editorial teams
    • Modernized apps while supporting legacy systems
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04 / Personal Projects

Personal Projects & Passion Pursuits

Screenshot of Falcon Finds game

Falcon Finds

Word puzzle game inspired by The New York Times' Wordle game.

TypeScriptReactFirebaseViteGithub Pages
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Screenshot of the portfolio demo home page

Jordan Falcon Portfolio

A content-driven Next.js portfolio with Sanity CMS, reusable block schemas, and a Figma-led visual system.

Next.jsSanityTypeScript
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Photo of a large group of people of front of a pavilion with a sign saying "Falcon Bro's BBQ"

Falcon Bros BBQ

Community gathering focused on reconnecting people and creating lasting memories — built with intention, not profit.

CommunityEventsBrand
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05 / Skills

Technical Capabilities

Frontend Development

  • React
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Next.js
  • HTML5
  • CSS3 / SCSS

Application Architecture

  • Node.js
  • Next.js
  • GraphQL
  • Data Management

Testing & Quality

  • Jest
  • React Testing Library
  • Cypress
  • Unit / Integration Testing

Legacy Systems

  • Modernization
  • Incremental refactors
  • Maintainable upgrades

Tools & Platforms

  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Jira / Trello
  • Docker
  • VS Code

Additional Knowledge

  • Web Accessibility
  • Performance
  • SEO
06 / Education

Education

  • CUNY Lehman College

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    2016–2019
  • Flatiron School

    Software Engineering Bootcamp

    2015

Let's build something meaningful

I'm always excited to connect with people who are passionate about building meaningful products, creating memorable experiences, or simply sharing ideas.

Contact Information

Email: j.falcon122@gmail.com

Location: New York City · Hybrid & Remote