Ryan Ko Email & Phone Number

Ryan Ko is a Product Manager at CLASS101. He possess expertise in python, django, mysql, javascript, cascading style sheets and 16 more skills. He is proficient in English. Colleagues describe him as "I have been working with Ryan for 2 years and 9 months at Bear Robotics. As his reporting manager, I assisted him in his promotion and transition to a PM role. Our team was responsible for building and operating a fleet management web service. Initially, Ryan worked as a software engineer on the backend of the service. His broad perspective, considering the end-to-end impact of features with a focus on details, led to his transition to a PM role, where he took on full responsibility for the fleet management service. Ryan's prior experience as a soccer player in his youth has given him strong self-discipline. Despite the challenges of working remotely from California with teams based in South Korea, he effortlessly adapted. His energy and commitment significantly influenced the teams. He voluntarily extended his work hours to synchronize with the Korean teams, doing long, energetic discussions at night. He always gets things done with strong responsibility and execution, solidifying his credibility. In addition to his capability to implement requested features with solid code, Ryan displayed several notable behaviors as a software engineer. Firstly, he consistently adhered to agreed-upon practices, such as code reviews, test writing, and REST API conventions, never letting them slip. He actively spread these practices, encouraging others to understand and adopt them, which helped the team maintain best practices and grasp the logic behind decisions. Secondly, Ryan was meticulous in ensuring he fully grasped the context before implementing any feature, dedicating time to refine the design, address any overlooked elements, and verify the effectiveness of the feature for customers. This strategic approach established him as an exceptional problem solver. Utilizing his considerate thought, he simplified complex requirements and challenges, delivering optimized solutions. Recognizing his strong ownership and commitment, the CTO and I supported Ryan's transition to PM. In this role, he continued to work diligently on fulfilling his commitments and delivering more value to customers. A concrete example of his impact as a PM was when he successfully drove the implementation of a feature to diagnose fleet issues. This significantly improved our fleet management efficiency. His ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders was crucial to the project's success. He demonstrated exceptional product sense, particularly in user empathy, design thinking, and making strategic product vision. His experience as a professional actor has enriched his user-centric perspectives, enabling him to craft seamless user stories and offer better design solutions. This enhanced our user experience significantly. Ryan's journey at Bear Robotics showcases his adaptability, leadership, and dedication to delivering results. His contributions have been invaluable to our team, and I am confident he will continue to excel in his career." and "I have had the distinct pleasure of managing Ryan at Bear Robotics, where his contributions as a software engineer, particularly in cloud backend, APIs, and database management, have been invaluable to our team’s success. Ryan's journey from a professional soccer player to an actor and finally to a software engineer and product manager is not just unique; it is a testament to his diverse skill set, adaptability, and unparalleled persistence. Ryan's professional sports background has imbued him with exceptional teamwork skills and leadership qualities that are rare and invaluable. His stint in acting has enhanced his communication skills, making him exceptionally good at making complex concepts crystal clear to any audience. These experiences have seamlessly translated into his roles in technology, where he has demonstrated not just technical prowess but also an innate ability to manage products with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of user needs. In our projects, Ryan has shown a remarkable ability to focus on mission-critical elements, ensuring reliability and robustness in our offerings. His preference for working on products that require meticulous attention to detail and his ability to thrive in environments where clarity and persistence are paramount make him an ideal candidate for managing products that are not merely fast-paced but require a deeper understanding and a steady hand. Ryan's blend of experiences across diverse fields has equipped him with a unique perspective on product management. He approaches challenges with a holistic view, always mindful of the broader impact on the team and the end-users. His leadership is both inspiring and effective, fostering an environment where clarity and precision drive innovation. For any organization looking for a product manager who brings not just technical expertise but a rich tapestry of life experiences that inform his approach to leadership, teamwork, and product development, Ryan is an exceptional choice. His persistence, clarity of communication, and proven ability to manage mission-critical products set him apart as a candidate who would not just fill a role but enrich it. I wholeheartedly recommend Ryan for any product management role, confident that he will bring the same level of dedication, innovation, and leadership that he has shown at Bear Robotics."

Listed skills include Python, Django, Mysql, Javascript, and 17 others.