Jesse Helfrich
> Senior Frontend Developer
10+ years crafting performant web experiences — from nonprofit fundraising platforms serving millions to touchscreen gaming machines shipped to Walmart stores nationwide.
// About
Frontend engineer with a designer's eye
I've spent 10+ years at the intersection of design and engineering — building everything from data-driven digital signage across international gaming networks to fundraising platforms trusted by St. Jude, Make-A-Wish, the American Heart Association, and more.
My background in Graphic Communications gives me a strong sense of visual hierarchy and UX, and my engineering experience means I can bring those ideas to production at scale. I've led teams, mentored engineers, and held 24/7 on-call responsibility for mission-critical systems.
Currently building nonprofit web solutions at Andar Software, and always open to interesting frontend problems.
edu BS Graphic Communications · Minnesota State University Moorhead
10+
Years Experience
4
Companies
50+
Websites Shipped
// Notable clients
// Experience
Career timeline
Senior Web Developer
Andar Software
July 2025 — Present
Austin, TX Metro Area
CurrentBuilding nonprofit-focused frontend solutions, delivering innovative and creative web experiences for the sector.
Sr. Web Developer
Charity Dynamics
August 2021 — October 2025
Austin, TX Metro Area
Led frontend development for nonprofit fundraising platforms including Luminate Online, Donor Drive, and Classy. Delivered creative solutions for marquee clients across the sector.
Principal Software Engineer → Senior → Engineer II
IGT (International Game Technology)
April 2011 — July 2020 · 9 yrs 4 mos
Austin, TX
Rose from Engineer II to Principal, leading the development of touchscreen GUI systems for self-service gaming machines. Designed and deployed the Game Touch 20 prototype — later rolled out to Walmart stores nationwide. Built data-driven digital signage and keno animations deployed across US and international locations, with 24/7 on-call ownership.
Web Development Dept. Head / Frontend Developer
Results Unlimited
July 2008 — December 2010
Minot, ND
Led web development department, building client websites from discovery through delivery. Maintained MySQL databases and handled IT responsibilities including networking, server room, and hardware.
// Skills
Technologies & tools
Languages
Frameworks & Libraries
Platforms & CMS
Data & APIs
Tools & Design
Practices
// Recognition
Awards
February 2012
GTECH Silver Award
Project Excellence
October 2014
GTECH Silver Project Award
Project Excellence
December 2014
GTECH Silver Project Award
Project Excellence
May 2015
GTECH Silver Award
Project Excellence
// Contact
Let's build something together
Whether you have a project in mind, a role to fill, or just want to talk frontend — I'm open to the conversation.
Based in Austin, TX Metro Area · Available for remote & local opportunities