Experience:
Apple Inc
Wireless Tech & Ecosystems: Car Experience Software Engineer
Cupertino, CA
2018 - current
- To be announced
Maps Client & Services: Maps UI Client Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
2015 - 2018
- Lead engineer for the maps code running on the CarPlay platform
- Design, implement and maintain the chrome, or user interface code
- Collaborate with Human Interface Design team to design and improve the user experience
- Coordinate with the CarPlay platform owners to resolve issues in and blocking the maps application
- Used: Objective C and git
SWE Programs: iOS Battery Life Software Engineer
Cupertino, CA
2013 - 2015
- Design, implement and maintain software to track and understand device usage
- Lead engineer on the backend for Battery Life sensitive multi-tasking and Battery Life Usage menu in settings
- Perform code reviews and give feedback to other engineers
- Manage team’s build and integration procedures
- Used: Objective C, SQLite and git
iOS SWE Platform Experience: Battery Life QA 1st level Manager
Cupertino, CA
2011 - 2013
- Recruit and train a team of Battery Life QA Engineers.
- Started with 1 engineer and grew team to 11 engineers and 1 support staff
- Laid foundation for role to transition to 2nd level manager of 3 QA teams
- Organize and report results of testing to management
iOS SWE Platform Experience: Battery Life QA Engineer
Cupertino, CA
2008 - 2011
- Optimize battery life for iOS from hardware through the whole software stack
- Setup, run and analyze results from large scale automated tests on software and hardware
- Design, implement and maintain large scale automated testing and analysis systems
- Propose, design and evangelize a custom smart USB hub for automated testing
- Used: Bash, UI Automation Javascript Library, SVN, Objective C, MySQL, FileMaker, AppleScript and expect
Apple Retail: Software Developer
New York City, NY
2006 - 2008
- Develop and maintain system to track employees: sales statistics, warnings, time and attendance, etc
- Used: FileMaker, Java, MySQL and LDAP
Apple Retail: Lead Mac Genius
New York City, NY
2006 - 2008
- Resolve customer service issues
- Handle day-to-day employee issues, discipline and tasks
Apple Retail: Mac Genius
Tucson, AZ; New York City, NY
2003 - 2006
- Customer technical support
- Troubleshoot and repair of computers and accessories
University of Arizona
Bookstore, CATS
Tucson, AZ
1997 - 1998; 2000 - 2003
Apple Specialist
- Started and managed a computer service and repair department
- Buyer for Apple products, and service related items
Student Lead
- Scheduling floor and task coverage
- Supervise day to day tasks of student workers
FileMaker Designer/Admin
- Develop and maintain system for tracking computer sales and interfacing with Bookstore POS system
- Setup and maintain hardware and software to support database systems
Graphic Designer
- Maintain and create price books for computer store
- Create advertisements and signage
Sales Associate
- Assist customers make purchase decisions
- Basic technical support
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Missionary
Sacramento, CA
1998 - 2000
- Selected to fill leadership position
- Learned dedication and work ethics
- Gained experience communicating with people
Education:
Bachelor of Science: Computer Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
1996 - 1998; 2000 - 2004
Minor in Architecture
High School
Tuba City Public High School
Tuba City, AZ
1992 - 1996
Patents:
Apple Inc
Instrument cluster metadata to support second screen
U.S. Patent 10,194,013
Filed September 23, 2016
Issued January 29, 2019
Certifications:
Apple Certified Portable Technician
Apple Certified Desktop Technician
Apple Product Professional
Awards and Honors:
Apple WWDC Student Scholarship 2003 and 2004
University of Arizona Student Employee of the Year Nominee 2003
University of Arizona President's Scholarship 1996
Tuba City Public High School Valedictorian 1996
