Rene Arredondo

Rene Arredondo Professional Summary Hi there! Welcome to my profile, 👋 I'm a passionate Mobile Engineer with extensive experience in both iOS and Android development, as well as building cross-platform applications. Over the years, I’ve worked on a wide variety of mobile projects, from building sleek, modern user interfaces to developing robust backend systems and integrating third-party services. My primary goal is to deliver high-quality, scalable, and user-friendly mobile apps tailored to meet your business needs. What I bring to the table: - Native iOS Development: Proficient in Swift, Objective-C, SwiftUI, and UIKit to create top-notch iOS applications. - Native Android Development: Skilled in Kotlin, Java, and Jetpack Compose for modern and reliable Android apps. - Cross-Platform Expertise: Building performant apps with Flutter, React Native, and Xamarin, ensuring a seamless experience across iOS and Android platforms. - Backend Integrations: Experience with RESTful and GraphQL APIs, integrating cloud-based services like Firebase and AWS, and connecting apps to databases such as Realm or SQLite. - Third-Party Services: Expertise in integrating Google Maps, Push Notifications (FCM/APNs), Payment Gateways (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and social media platforms through SDKs. - App Store & Google Play Management: From submission and versioning to testing and release management, I handle everything to get your app live and running smoothly. - Robust Testing & Monitoring: Implementing unit testing, UI automation, and monitoring via AppCenter or Crashlytics to ensure your app is bug-free and performant. Tools I work with: - Xcode, Android Studio, Visual Studio, Git, JIRA, Trello, and more. Why work with me? I focus on delivering top-notch solutions by collaborating closely with clients to understand their unique needs. Whether you’re looking to build an app from scratch, update an existing project, or tackle complex technical challenges, I’m here to help bring your vision to life. Let’s create something amazing together! Experience 06/2020 – 08/2024 Senior Mobile Engineer, Wealthfront Lead the development of several high-profile iOS and Android applications, utilizing Swift and Kotlin to deliver seamless user experiences. Spearheaded the migration of legacy applications to modern Flutter and React Native frameworks, resulting in improved performance and reduced development time. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services using Firebase and AWS, enhancing app functionalities and data management. Implemented robust testing strategies with XCTest and Espresso, ensuring high-quality releases and maintaining a bug-free environment. Engaged in code reviews and mentoring junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning. 09/2017 – 05/2020 Android Engineer, rechat Inc. Designed and developed multiple mobile applications for various clients, focusing on user-friendly interfaces and optimal performance using Swift, Java, and Xamarin. Played a key role in implementing RESTful APIs and third-party integrations, including Google Maps and payment gateways, to enhance app functionalities. Conducted user testing and gathered feedback to refine app features and improve user engagement, achieving a 30% increase in user satisfaction ratings. Managed the complete app lifecycle, from concept and design through to deployment and maintenance on the App Store and Google Play. Collaborated with UI/UX designers to ensure the apps adhered to modern design principles and provided an intuitive user experience. 10/2014 – 08/2017 junior Android Engineer, Lohika Assisted in the development of mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms, primarily using Swift and Java. Contributed to the implementation of key features and functionalities based on client requirements, enhancing overall app performance and user engagement. Participated in regular team meetings to brainstorm and plan new app features, fostering a collaborative environment for innovation. Gained experience in version control using Git and agile methodologies, helping streamline development processes and improve project timelines. Supported QA testing efforts, identifying and resolving bugs to ensure a smooth user experience before app launches. Skills Mobile App Development Java/Kotlin/Dart Xcode Server Git Android/iOS Android Studio React Native/Ionic Framework Android/iOS SDK Firebase Agile Software Development RxSwift/Swift Desktop/Web Application education 2010 – 2014, bachelor of computer science, University of Dallas