Top Talent like David are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

David Arel

Full-stack Engineer • Frontend Developer • AI & Machine Learning Engineer • Chicago, IL, US
Leadership
Product Strategy
Javascript
Architecture
Product Development
Full Stack Development
Mobile Development
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles
Strategic, creative, and highly experienced hands-on product and engineering leader and founder
As an innovative, problem-solving founder and technology executive, I’ve had over 15 years of success creating world-class organizations, assembling top-performing teams, executing aggressive roadmaps, and building industry-defining products and platforms. I’m driven by a love for inventing simple and elegant solutions to complex problems. I bring out the very best in those around me, come alive under pressure, and always bring with me a healthy dose of outside-the-box thinking. My leadership style is both strategic and transformational, cultivated within a collaborative environment, rooted in transparent communication, and motivated by a desire to see every member of the organization realize their full potential.

Projects

Technology-Enabled Studios for Kids

Designed and engineered state-of-the-art studios built for teaching kids to code. Everything in the studio was programmable using our proprietary language, KidScript, and immersive coding environment. Everything from the lightbulbs, speakers, televisions, theater lighting, robotic arms, 3D printers, and more.See More

Codeverse Development Environment

A web-based coding environment that teaches kids to code, and empowers them to build and publish their own apps and games.

Belly's In-Store Merchant App

Built using web-technology but performs like a native app, this project was before it's time when it was released in 2012.

Work History

S

Technology Consultant & Advisor

Self-Employed• Advised and guided founders of multiple startups in developing their pitch, positioning, mission, vision, and fundraising strategies resulting in over $20MM funding raised collectively. • Provided strategic direction and advice to product teams on future plans, hiring processes, and overall strategy leading to the successful shaping of multiple products, team assembly, and employment of 50+ engineers. • Contributed as a full-stack engineer for early-stage companies and innovation labs by building minimal viable products.
T

Head of Engineering, Platform

Thoughtful.aiJul 2021 - Jul 2022 • 1 yr 1 mo• Led a successful product team to develop scalable solutions, achieving ambitious growth targets • Developed and executed the product vision, strategy, research and roadmap while establishing standardized processes and vertical integrations cross-team • Created a prototype CLI and python library that complied with industry standards, resulting in significant efficiency gains • Designed and implemented a React application to document bot procedures, resulting in increased productivity and accuracy across teams.
C

Founder & CTO

CodeverseJan 2016 - Jan 2019 • 3 yrs 1 mo• Founded Codeverse with the mission of teaching children the fundamentals of coding, inspired by my own experience learning to code at 8 years old. • Designed and developed a prototype programming language and immersive coding environment that secured $10MM in seed funding. • Established a modular architecture for efficient and versatile product development, enabling the team to build multiple inter-connected engines. • Recruited an SVP of Product to enhance existing initiatives and spearhead new ones. • Built a top-tier team of software engineers, instructors, curriculum designers, and product designers.
T

Interim CTO

TableSavvyMay 2015 - Jan 2016 • 9 mos• Collaborated with the CEO to enhance the customer experience and streamline the company's offerings • Established a team of product engineers and designers to revamp the brand and products
C

Founder & CEO

ChefmadeNov 2014 - Jan 2016 • 1 yr 3 mos• Built and led a successful marketing team, resulting in increased sign-ups and customer engagement. • Established partnerships with commercial and residential buildings to provide tenant and employee perks and expand our reach. • Designed an innovative ordering platform with delivery tracking and automated marketing workflows, improving the overall customer experience. • Secured strategic kitchen leasing and business partnerships, and managed a talented team of drivers and chefs to guarantee seamless operations. • Successfully navigated the sale of Chefmade to Eat Cooked, LLC within 3 months.
R

Partner & CTO

RoniinNov 2014 - Jan 2016 • 1 yr 3 mos• Collaborated with investors to ideate and launch innovative companies and products • Guided founders on defining mission, vision, and values to drive business success • Mentored CTOs on refining product strategy, technology, and recruitment efforts • Established operational teams to effectively service internal portfolio needs.
B

Director of Product

BellyDec 2012 - Nov 2014 • 2 yrs• Collaborated closely with the CTO to develop and execute new product strategies, successfully growing user base from 100K to over 3M within 2 years using data-driven marketing solutions. • Led a team of 25+ engineers and product managers, fostering a culture of inclusivity and achieving high employee satisfaction scores. • Contributed to hiring top talent including a VP of Engineering by assisting in candidate screening and interviewing processes. • Delivered keynote technology speeches at global conferences and forums, including the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco and a conference in Beijing, China.
B

Senior Software Engineer

BellyApr 2012 - Dec 2012 • 9 mos• Led the successful overhaul of a critical native iOS iPad application • Implemented innovative hybrid web technology to overcome app-store limitations • Delivered real-time diagnostic insights and streamlined deployment workflows for the team
T

Principal Software Engineer

The Atom GroupMar 2008 - Apr 2012 • 4 yrs 2 mos• Successfully managed a team of 12 web developers and software engineers, both junior and senior • Aligned with clients and project managers to accurately scope projects while drafting proposals • Developed and implemented development standards, processes for quality assurance, and ensured timely delivery • Led successful expansion into the Midwest market by hiring and managing a team of 5, culminating in opening an office in Chicago

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Strategic, creative, and highly experienced hands-on product and engineering leader and founder
As an innovative, problem-solving founder and technology executive, I’ve had over 15 years of success creating world-class organizations, assembling top-performing teams, executing aggressive roadmaps, and building industry-defining products and platforms. I’m driven by a love for inventing simple and elegant solutions to complex problems. I bring out the very best in those around me, come alive under pressure, and always bring with me a healthy dose of outside-the-box thinking. My leadership style is both strategic and transformational, cultivated within a collaborative environment, rooted in transparent communication, and motivated by a desire to see every member of the organization realize their full potential.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like David are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

David Arel

Full-stack Engineer • Frontend Developer • AI & Machine Learning Engineer • Chicago, IL, US
Leadership
Product Strategy
Javascript
Architecture
Product Development
Full Stack Development
Mobile Development
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles

Projects

Technology-Enabled Studios for Kids

Designed and engineered state-of-the-art studios built for teaching kids to code. Everything in the studio was programmable using our proprietary language, KidScript, and immersive coding environment. Everything from the lightbulbs, speakers, televisions, theater lighting, robotic arms, 3D printers, and more.

Codeverse Development Environment

A web-based coding environment that teaches kids to code, and empowers them to build and publish their own apps and games.

Belly's In-Store Merchant App

Built using web-technology but performs like a native app, this project was before it's time when it was released in 2012.

Work History

S

Technology Consultant & Advisor

Self-Employed• Advised and guided founders of multiple startups in developing their pitch, positioning, mission, vision, and fundraising strategies resulting in over $20MM funding raised collectively. • Provided strategic direction and advice to product teams on future plans, hiring processes, and overall strategy leading to the successful shaping of multiple products, team assembly, and employment of 50+ engineers. • Contributed as a full-stack engineer for early-stage companies and innovation labs by building minimal viable products.
T

Head of Engineering, Platform

Thoughtful.aiJul 2021 - Jul 2022 • 1 yr 1 mo• Led a successful product team to develop scalable solutions, achieving ambitious growth targets • Developed and executed the product vision, strategy, research and roadmap while establishing standardized processes and vertical integrations cross-team • Created a prototype CLI and python library that complied with industry standards, resulting in significant efficiency gains • Designed and implemented a React application to document bot procedures, resulting in increased productivity and accuracy across teams.
C

Founder & CTO

CodeverseJan 2016 - Jan 2019 • 3 yrs 1 mo• Founded Codeverse with the mission of teaching children the fundamentals of coding, inspired by my own experience learning to code at 8 years old. • Designed and developed a prototype programming language and immersive coding environment that secured $10MM in seed funding. • Established a modular architecture for efficient and versatile product development, enabling the team to build multiple inter-connected engines. • Recruited an SVP of Product to enhance existing initiatives and spearhead new ones. • Built a top-tier team of software engineers, instructors, curriculum designers, and product designers.
T

Interim CTO

TableSavvyMay 2015 - Jan 2016 • 9 mos• Collaborated with the CEO to enhance the customer experience and streamline the company's offerings • Established a team of product engineers and designers to revamp the brand and products
C

Founder & CEO

ChefmadeNov 2014 - Jan 2016 • 1 yr 3 mos• Built and led a successful marketing team, resulting in increased sign-ups and customer engagement. • Established partnerships with commercial and residential buildings to provide tenant and employee perks and expand our reach. • Designed an innovative ordering platform with delivery tracking and automated marketing workflows, improving the overall customer experience. • Secured strategic kitchen leasing and business partnerships, and managed a talented team of drivers and chefs to guarantee seamless operations. • Successfully navigated the sale of Chefmade to Eat Cooked, LLC within 3 months.
R

Partner & CTO

RoniinNov 2014 - Jan 2016 • 1 yr 3 mos• Collaborated with investors to ideate and launch innovative companies and products • Guided founders on defining mission, vision, and values to drive business success • Mentored CTOs on refining product strategy, technology, and recruitment efforts • Established operational teams to effectively service internal portfolio needs.
B

Director of Product

BellyDec 2012 - Nov 2014 • 2 yrs• Collaborated closely with the CTO to develop and execute new product strategies, successfully growing user base from 100K to over 3M within 2 years using data-driven marketing solutions. • Led a team of 25+ engineers and product managers, fostering a culture of inclusivity and achieving high employee satisfaction scores. • Contributed to hiring top talent including a VP of Engineering by assisting in candidate screening and interviewing processes. • Delivered keynote technology speeches at global conferences and forums, including the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco and a conference in Beijing, China.
B

Senior Software Engineer

BellyApr 2012 - Dec 2012 • 9 mos• Led the successful overhaul of a critical native iOS iPad application • Implemented innovative hybrid web technology to overcome app-store limitations • Delivered real-time diagnostic insights and streamlined deployment workflows for the team
T

Principal Software Engineer

The Atom GroupMar 2008 - Apr 2012 • 4 yrs 2 mos• Successfully managed a team of 12 web developers and software engineers, both junior and senior • Aligned with clients and project managers to accurately scope projects while drafting proposals • Developed and implemented development standards, processes for quality assurance, and ensured timely delivery • Led successful expansion into the Midwest market by hiring and managing a team of 5, culminating in opening an office in Chicago

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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