Niklas Philipsen R sum nikphilipsen.com
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Education
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University of Virginia School of Engineering
Major: Systems & Information Engineering Human factors application sequence.
Pursuing minor in Computer Science.
Class of 2014; 3.6 GPA to date
Relevant class experience: SYS 2202 (Data & Information Engineering), SYS 3023 (Human-Machine
Interface), CS 2110 (Software Development Methods), STS 2500 (Engineers as Entrepreneurs)
2010 present
Maggie L. Walker Governor s School for Government & International Studies
(Specialized Magnet High School)
SAT: 800 (Reading), 790 (Math), 780 (Writing), 800 (Math II), 800 (Physics)
2006 2010
Selected Work Experience
The City Swig, LLC
Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer
I oversee a team of five programmers creating a nightlife web service & mobile application used by 25,000 unique
users in three markets, available at thecityswig.com. I direct product development strategy, conduct usability
analysis and UX design, and lead technical talent hiring.
January 2011 present
University of Virginia: Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service
Student Web Developer
I work in the Center for Economic & Policy Studies creating an interactive web and eBook medium for the publi-
cation of economic reports and analysis, and develop social network integration tools for promotion. My work
helps make the Center s research more accessible and insightful.
September 2011 present
University of Virginia: Of ce of the Dean of Students - Marketing Department
Student Web Developer
Under the supervision of the Marketing Director, I created & updated websites and designed print publications &
signage. I worked to transition the ODOS web presence to the WordPress content management system. My work
resulted in a more professional look and feel for this office.
October 2010 September 2011
Selected Positions
Entrepreneurship Group at McIntire Entrepreneurship & Innovations
School of Commerce Committee, Student Council, UVa
Engineering Officer Member
German Society, UVa Phi Sigma Pi Honor Fraternity
Outreach Chair Member
Skills & Experience
Experience managing product teams using user-centered techniques (A/B testing, analytics).
Experience developing rich web applications using responsive design techniques.
Proficient in PHP, Java, HTML(5), and CSS. Experience with JavaScript, SQL, C++.
Proficient using design tools including Illustrator, Fireworks, Photoshop, and OmniGraffle.