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Hire LukeLuke Wyatt
Verified Expert in Engineering
iOS, Android, and Software Developer
Location
Boston, United States
Toptal Member Since
October 13, 2022
Luke has been developing software for over 14 years. After four years of full-stack work, he transitioned to Android development and incorporated iOS into his repertoire. He has delivered projects to many clients, including Progressive Auto Insurance, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mass., Intercept Pharmaceuticals, and the United States military. Luke has served as lead developer and application architect, working with high-profile apps, managing teams, and ensuring best practices.
Portfolio
Freelance
Android, iOS, Kotlin, Swift, Java, Git, Objective-C...
Rocket Farm Studios
Android, iOS, Unity, C#, Kotlin, Swift, Java, RxSwift, Reactive Programming...
Accountable2You LLC
Android, Accessibility, APIs
Experience
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
Android, iOS, Android Studio, Xcode, Swift, Kotlin
The most amazing...
...consumer app I've developed is the Hal Leonard Sheet Music Direct app for Android and iOS. It's maintained 4.7 stars with 1,300+ ratings.
Work Experience
Contract Architect and Lead Developer
2019 - PRESENT
Freelance
- Assisted clients in developing their product vision using up-to-date best practices.
- Developed architecture and code for world-class Android and iOS apps, bringing them from concept to release.
- Delivered projects for Stanley Black & Decker, Online Convergence Corp., Guitar Tricks LLC, and others.
Technologies: Android, iOS, Kotlin, Swift, Java, Git, Objective-C, Model View Viewmodel (MVVM), Repository Pattern, GraphQL, UIKit, Agile, Agile Software Development, Bluetooth LE, Bluetooth, Core Bluetooth, Unit Testing, Xcode, Android Studio, CI/CD Pipelines, Bitrise, Encryption, XML, JSON, Networks, Networking, Network Stack, REST, APIs, PDF, Reactive Programming, RxSwift, LiveData, Flutter, Firebase, Firebase Analytics, AWS Amplify, AWS AppSync, Architecture, REST APIs, Secure Storage, Admin Panels, Native Mobile Apps, API Integration, RxJava, Video Streaming, Android API, Mobile Apps, Test-driven Development (TDD), iPadOS, Integration Testing, Auth, GPT, Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Automated Testing, Collaboration, Android Architecture Components, iOS Frameworks, Android App Design, iOS API, iOS App Design, Accessibility
Contract Architect and Lead Developer
2016 - PRESENT
Rocket Farm Studios
- Led iOS and Android development teams, developing and initializing project structures, identifying specific modules, and assigning them to developers.
- Vetted and hired developers and created and enforced coding standards through code reviews.
- Met with potential clients to assess their requirements on a technical level, helping to develop a timeline with detailed milestones.
- Delivered projects to Progressive Auto Insurance, Hal Leonard, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cambridge Mobile Telematics, Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge Biomarketing, Motif Micro, and the United States military.
Technologies: Android, iOS, Unity, C#, Kotlin, Swift, Java, RxSwift, Reactive Programming, PDF, YAML, SDKs, APIs, UDP, TCP, TCP/IP, Networks, Networking, Network Stack, JSON, XML, JavaScript, Room, Encryption, Bitrise, CI/CD Pipelines, Fastlane, Android Studio, Xcode, Unit Testing, UIKit, SwiftUI, Android Jetpack, Jetpack Compose, Repository Pattern, Objective-C, Git, Firebase Authentication, Firebase Realtime Database, Architecture, Mapbox, Mapbox API, REST APIs, Secure Storage, Back-end, Admin Panels, Amazon Web Services (AWS), API Integration, Native Mobile Apps, WebSockets, RxJava, Video Streaming, Android API, Audio, Mobile Apps, Integration Testing, iPadOS, Test-driven Development (TDD), iPad, Auth, Computer Vision, Automated Testing, Collaboration, TypeScript, Android Architecture Components, Android Architecture, iOS Frameworks, Android App Design, iOS API, Apple Maps API, Accessibility
Android Developer
2023 - 2023
Accountable2You LLC
- Navigated a complex policy regarding accessibility privileges successfully and restored the app to good standing in the Play Store.
- Modernized the app by fixing vulnerabilities, moved the app from Java to Kotlin, and implemented an MVVM architecture.
- Implemented automated tests and mentored other developers on best practices.
Technologies: Android, Accessibility, APIs
Owner and Software Developer
2012 - 2015
iozx, LLC
- Created, developed, and maintained several profitable products and apps.
- Took responsibility for all aspects of creation, including architecture, design, promotion, and quality assurance.
- Contributed to apps ranging from an in-bar trivia game that was sold to several local restaurants and several other games using various game libraries like libGDX, Unity, and native Android.
- Developed and published an exercise tracker, language tutorial game, and background manager utility.
Technologies: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Agile, Agile Software Development, Algorithms, Android, Android SDK, Android Studio, APIs, Agile Sprints, Database Design, Databases, Database Structure, Data Structures, Encryption, Firebase Analytics, Firebase, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM), FL Studio, Git, iOS, Java, JavaScript, JSON, LiveData, Logic Pro, Networking, Networks, Network Stack, Objective-C, Python, Reactive Programming, Repository Pattern, REST, RxSwift, SQL, Swift, TCP, TCP/IP, UDP, UIKit, Unit Testing, Xcode, XML, CI/CD Pipelines, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Unity, C#, LibGDX, Back-end, Mobile Apps, Collaboration
Architect and Lead Developer
2012 - 2015
Online Convergence Corp.
- Oversaw the implementation and bringing to market of a very profitable slot machine app that accrued over 1 million downloads called SpinToWin Slots.
- Assisted with managing the QA department and implemented maintenance and new features.
- Helped to maintain and develop a high-traffic server implementation using Apache Tomcat and AWS.
Technologies: Android, iOS, Apache Tomcat, Git, Swift, Kotlin, Java, UIKit, XML, JSON, Agile, Agile Software Development, CI/CD Pipelines, Encryption, Networks, Networking, Network Stack, APIs, MAVLink, Architecture, Mobile Apps, Collaboration, Automated Testing
Architect/Lead Developer and Contract Developer
2008 - 2013
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
- Took responsibility for designing and creating all new software and programming projects, including customer-facing websites.
- Served as a lead database designer/administrator, including SQL development.
- Was responsible for maintenance and upgrades to existing PHP/JavaScript codebase in both internal and customer-facing websites.
- Received Employee of the Quarter recognition for my work developing some critical infrastructure software on time and bug-free.
Technologies: JavaScript, JSON, MySQL, SQL, Databases, Database Design, MSSQLCE, PHP, PhpMyAdmin, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Architecture
Experience
Progressive Snapshot
https://www.progressive.com/auto/discounts/snapshot/I played a vital role in implementing and completing a new feature for Progressive Auto Insurance Company. I worked with a team of developers, designers, and project managers to deliver a complex new feature to the Progressive Snapshot app. I engineered code for both the iOS and Android versions of the app, developed solid code with a test-driven architecture, and worked with a team of about six developers worldwide. We were able to deliver on time to an extremely grateful client.
Sheet Music Direct
https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/I managed a team of several Android and iOS developers to write a new Android app and update an existing iOS app. I guided them through architecture best practices and helped them deliver a solid product. They reported to me for guidance on code structure and coding standards. Sheet Music Direct is a native iOS and Android app that allows users to purchase and view the sheet music for over a million arrangements. Users can manage their sheet music and play through it using MIDI instruments with various settings and options.
BCBSMA MyBlue Mobile App
https://myblue.bluecrossma.com/myblue-app-mobileI implemented and completed a vital new feature for the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts MyBlue mobile app and developed and delivered a critical ID Card viewing feature. Using an existing codebase, I rapidly adapted and integrated a new feature that was critically needed. All code went through and passed a strenuous examination by the client's technology and security team, and I delivered the new feature on time to a happy client.
Openroad: Help in a Car Crash
https://www.getopenroad.app/I played a vital role in implementing and completing an exciting new app for TrueMotion Inc. I worked with a team of designers, data engineers, and project managers to architect several flows in the app. I provided input and guidance regarding UI design and user experience and delivered robust, clean, and well-tested code on time to a happy customer. We met a tight deadline and delivered a great product.
TrueMotion Family
A native Android and iOS app for monitoring family members' location and driving habits. I took over development for the Android app and assisted with developing the iOS app. I added several new features, cleaned out a laundry list of bugs, and we delivered a significantly improved product that went on to help the company achieve a very favorable buyout.
Invisalign Dentist App
An app designed for dentists and orthodontists to manage their patients' Invisalign Braces treatment. Healthcare providers can use the app to take and manage images of their patient's mouths and teeth to facilitate the procedure and order equipment. I led a small team of Android and iOS developers to deliver a well-architected and extensible MVP app which the client would then complete, relying on our best practices to guide their development.
SRAM AXS
A Swift-based iOS app and Kotlin-based Android app which allows bike riders to control a wide range of wireless, Bluetooth-enabled electronic bike parts. I worked in the front-end group adding new features for upcoming products and fixing bugs with existing products.
Skills
Languages
Kotlin, Swift, Java, SQL, JavaScript, XML, YAML, PHP, HTML, C#, Python, Objective-C, GraphQL, CSS, TypeScript
Frameworks
UIKit, Core Bluetooth, Android SDK, LibGDX, Unity, Flutter, SwiftUI, Bootstrap, iOS Frameworks
Libraries/APIs
RxSwift, LiveData, AWS Amplify, Mapbox API, REST APIs, RxJava, Android API, Auth, Android Architecture Components, iOS API, Apple Maps API
Tools
Git, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Xcode, Android Studio, Firebase Authentication, Firebase Analytics, AWS AppSync, PhpMyAdmin, Fastlane, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM), Apache Tomcat, Android Jetpack
Paradigms
Model View Viewmodel (MVVM), Agile Software Development, Unit Testing, REST, Reactive Programming, Agile, Database Design, Test-driven Development (TDD), Automated Testing
Platforms
Android, iOS, Firebase, Bluetooth LE, Bitrise, Mapbox, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Storage
JSON, Firebase Realtime Database, Databases, Database Structure, MySQL, MSSQLCE
Other
Repository Pattern, MAVLink, CI/CD Pipelines, Encryption, Room, Networking, Networks, Network Stack, TCP/IP, TCP, UDP, APIs, SDKs, PDF, Agile Sprints, iOS Camera, Algorithms, Data Structures, Architecture, Jetpack Compose, Bluetooth, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Secure Storage, Back-end, Admin Panels, API Integration, Native Mobile Apps, WebSockets, Video Streaming, Audio, Mobile Apps, iPadOS, Integration Testing, iPad, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Computer Vision, Collaboration, GPT, Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT), Android App Design, iOS App Design, Android Architecture, Accessibility
Education
2004 - 2008
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
Clark University - Worcester, Massachusetts, USA