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Lightning Farron

@lightningfarron

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I build reliable iOS and macOS applications with Swift and SwiftUI.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm returning to software engineering after a sabbatical and am seeking opportunities to build high-quality, AI-driven mobile applications using Swift and SwiftUI, with end-to-end ownership across UI development, networking, testing, and delivery.

At Apple, I built a foundational Swift macOS application for cellular log analysis, an internal iOS dashboard for live device metrics, and a cross-platform automated testing suite for iOS devices. I also delivered an iOS 13 download-experience feature and managed app release lifecycles from builds and provisioning through deployment.

I've spent more than eight years developing iOS software across Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C, networking, UI development, and testing. Earlier, I built Bluetooth diagnostics at Apple, testing infrastructure at MINDBODY, data-transfer tooling at SpaceX, and a JavaScript interface at Web-IDE; after a sabbatical to pursue other interests and build SwiftUI skills, I'm returning to software engineering.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Software Engineer

Apple Inc.

Aug 2015 - Dec 2023 (8 years 4 months)

Led architecture and development of a foundational Swift macOS app for cellular log analysis by carrier engineers, ensuring scalable and maintainable design. Developed an internal iOS dashboard app to monitor live device metrics including thermal temperature, battery life, and cellular coverage, enhancing real-time data visibility.

Swift SwiftUI Objective C MacOS iOS XCTest AVFoundation UI Testing Unit Testing Continuous Delivery

Software Engineer Internship

Apple Inc.

Jun 2014 - Aug 2014 (2 months)

Developed an iOS Swift application to collect and analyze Bluetooth connectivity feedback from devices in vehicles, enhancing diagnostic capabilities. Built and integrated a companion Rails API backend to support app data flow and responsiveness, ensuring seamless user experience.

Swift iOS Bluetooth API Development

Software Engineering Intern

MINDBODY

Jan 2014 - Jul 2014 (6 months)

Contributed to the development of a Java-based automated testing framework supporting iOS application quality assurance and reliability.

Java Testing Automation iOS

Summer Internship

Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX)

Jun 2013 - Sep 2013 (3 months)

Developed a Python application to manage data transfer jobs between data servers and core storage systems, improving data pipeline efficiency.

Python Data Management Data Pipelines

Summer Internship

Web-IDE

Jun 2012 - Sep 2012 (3 months)

Designed and implemented a new JavaScript interface for the Web-IDE website, enhancing user experience and resolving critical bugs.

JavaScript Web Development UI UX

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

California Polytechnic State University

Bachelor of Science, Software Engineering

2011 - 2015

Grade: 3.88/3.67

Activities and societies: Eagle Scout; led a project building a scenic overlook in Pundt Park, Harris County, Texas.

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering with a GPA of 3.88 in major and 3.67 cumulative, graduating Cum Laude. Recognized on the Dean's List for 8 quarters.