Jimmy Chu

Born and raised in Hong Kong, now living in Toronto, ON.

I build beautiful software, blending craftsmanship and intuitive design, and constantly exploring how physical products and software intersect—balancing space, form, and order.

I've worked for payments companies like Checkout.com and Tandem Bank. Payments is grounded in legacy but definitely not old-fashioned or lacking innovation. We can dive deeper if you're a payments nerd too.

I also built Rhetor, an AI tool that turns massive qualitative user feedback into actionable insights with 1,500+ sign-ups, and Tolo, a productivity app that consolidates everything college students need in one place.

Beyond Work

I hike, I travel, and sometimes you'll catch me behind the camera. I immerse myself into music—especially progressive rock, post-rock, and jazz fusion. Music fuels my creativity and takes me to another realm. This same sense of exploration and immersion influences my life/work journey.

Get in Touch

If you're around Toronto, let's grab a coffee! You can reach me at mail@[this-domain], via email, iMessage, or LinkedIn.