Summary
Jeff Fontas is a seasoned software engineering leader overseeing partner solutions at LinkedIn, driving API design, developer programs, and cross-functional collaboration between Business Development, Product, and Engineering. With over nine years in software roles and a track record as an engineering manager, he has built and scaled partner programs and led teams to deliver impactful products. Previously a Staff Partner Solutions Engineer and Senior Partner Engineer at LinkedIn, he has hands-on experience in API design, developer tooling, and integrating enterprise systems, including Salesforce and Jira/Confluence. Before joining LinkedIn, he led business applications at NFPA, where he managed Salesforce deployments, data integration, and enterprise automation, combining technical delivery with stakeholder management. Outside of engineering, Jeff served as a State Representative in New Hampshire, where he championed Sudan divestment legislation, reflecting a disciplined, policy-aware approach to technology leadership. Based in San Francisco, California, he blends technical depth with relationship-building to bring partnerships and products to life.
10 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer