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Glenn Hartong

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Experience

Glenn Hartong is an experienced software engineer with a focus on front-end development in ReactJS. Most recently serving as a Senior Front End Engineer II at RVshare from August 2019 to April 2025, Glenn has previously held roles as UI Developer III at Signet Jewelers and UI Developer II at Sterling Jewelers. A background in programming and website maintenance is further supported by a Senior Engineer position at WRIS Web Services. Additionally, Glenn co-founded Glick Productions and contributed to education as an Adjunct Instructor at Stark State College of Technology, teaching web development classes.
Senior Engineer II
RVshare | [Remote] | 2019 - 2025

Led front-end development and contributed across the stack for a high-traffic vacation rental platform built on React and Ruby on Rails.

  • Acted as interim Engineering Manager during leadership vacations.
  • Delivered new features and UI improvements using React, NextJS, GraphQL, and Cypress.
  • Improved performance of key UI components by 40% through optimization.
  • Mentored junior developers and created interview tests.
  • Wrote documentation for front-end best practices in reusable component library.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with Product, Design, and QA in Agile sprints.
Front-End Developer III
Signet Jewelers | Akron, OH | 2008 - 2019

Front-end development for React iOS application used by the sales team under the Kay, Jared, and Zales brands.

  • Built interactive apps using React/Redux, TypeScript, Node.js, Cordova, and Salesforce SDK.
  • Created and managed build systems and release workflows with Webpack and Git.
  • Developed internal systems including ICOPS (media publishing) and Travel Registration.
  • Mentored junior devs and managed contractors and interns.
  • Maintained corporate intranet and coordinated feature approval with wireframes.
Web Developer
WRIS | Cleveland, OH | 2002 - 2008

Worked on client web applications from design through launch, focusing on clean, functional user experiences.

  • Translated designer PSDs into HTML/CSS templates.
  • Developed full-stack features and implemented interactive front-end behavior.
  • Customized backend logic to meet unique client needs.
Founder / Web Developer
Glick Productions | Akron, OH | 2002 - Present

Built custom websites and digital tools for small businesses and non-profits.

  • Designed and developed full websites using WordPress, ColdFusion, and MySQL.
  • Delivered tailored features like appointment booking, e-commerce, and event calendars.
  • Managed client relationships, hosting, and support for dozens of businesses.
  • Focused on usability, maintainability, and mobile-first design.
  • Oversaw all design, development, and deployment phases independently.
Adjunct Instructor
Stark State College of Technology | North Canton, OH | 2006 - 2007

Taught Computer Science classes focusing on web development.