Resume

Stefanie Jane

Engineering Leader | Software Sorceress | Music Producer | Maker | Founder

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🌠 Summary

With a passion for technology and creativity, I bring over two decades of transformative experience across the entire software stack. From pioneering open-source mobile innovation to leading enterprise AI initiatives, I've consistently pushed technological boundaries while building and mentoring high-performing teams. My expertise spans Android OS, embedded systems, cloud infrastructure, frontend development, and cutting-edge AI/ML applications. I thrive at the intersection of visionary leadership and hands-on technical execution, always pursuing innovation with purpose.

Let's build something amazing together!

💻 Top Skills

Programming Languages

Technical Expertise

Specialized Domains: AI/ML | IoT | Performance Optimization | Realtime Systems

Engineering Leadership

🏢 Experience

Mason

Senior Principal Engineer

(Current Role)

Leading multiple new AI product initiatives 🚀
Technologies: Java, C++, Kotlin, Go, Python, Node.js, React, Django, FastAPI, AWS, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL

Director of Software Engineering

(March 2021 - May 2024)

Led software teams through significant growth phase
Key technical contributor and engineering leader
Managed cloud services and device software teams
Built processes for supporting customers and developers
Created tutorial videos and webinars for developer experience
Designed and implemented X-Ray remote device management system, streamlining troubleshooting and diagnostics for enterprise MDM

Principal Software Engineer

(May 2019 - March 2021)

Led bringup of new hardware platforms
Developed firmware and Android OS for mobile devices using Qualcomm Snapdragon hardware
Launched several phones and a smartwatch 📱
Enhanced capabilities of device management platform
Mentored new team members and provided technical direction

Cartogram, Inc

Board Member

(April 2015 - Present)

Provide strategic direction and technology oversight
Advise on product development and technical architecture
Contribute to company growth strategy and industry positioning

Oculus VR

Systems Software Engineer

(April 2017 - March 2019)

Contributed significantly to the launch of Oculus Go, the first self-contained VR headset
Focused on OS software, audio systems, power optimization, and soft realtime scheduling
Integrated multi-architecture, multi-toolchain build system with Sandcastle CI
Brought up several new prototype boards for future products
Implemented low-level support for A/B OTA system
Provided post-market support for Oculus Go product
Technologies: C, C++, Java

Cyanogen Inc

Chief Technology Officer

(March 2013 - November 2016)

Co-founded Cyanogen Inc, building on the popular CyanogenMod open-source project, which had thousands of contributors and millions of users worldwide 🌟
Deeply involved in fundraising, securing venture capital, and strategic hiring
Launched multiple mobile phones featuring CyanogenOS with OEM partners
Delivered keynote presentations at international technology conferences
Directed technology strategy and roadmap for the company
Technologies: C, C++, Java, Python, AWS

Samsung Telecommunications America

Staff Software Engineer

(August 2011 - March 2013)

Led R&D team pioneering new features for Samsung's mobile portfolio
Served as lead engineer for flagship US carrier releases including Galaxy S2/S3 and Note series
Established strategic collaboration between Samsung and open-source communities
Optimized device performance and carrier certification processes, accelerating time-to-market
Technologies: C, C++, Java, Python

Penthera Technologies

Senior Software Engineer

(May 2010 - June 2011)

Developed network-friendly media streaming software
Built cross-platform applications for MeeGo (Qt) and Android, including web client interfaces
Enhanced media transcoding platform performance
Technologies: Ruby, Rails, C++, Java

Health Monitoring Systems

Lead Software Architect

(July 2006 - May 2010)

Built technical infrastructure from the ground up
Developed EpiCenter, a syndromic surveillance platform collecting data from hundreds of hospitals nationwide
Designed high-performance analytics engine with spatial analysis capabilities
Created the Mergence HL7 integration engine for processing large-volume real-time data feeds
Developed custom spatial extensions for Hibernate ORM to support geospatial analytics
Technologies: Java, JavaScript, Groovy, Spring, Hibernate, ExtJS, PostgreSQL, Oracle

University of Pittsburgh

Systems Engineer

(May 2005 - July 2006)

Built and optimized Oracle clusters and geospatial database architecture
Developed core features for the RODS Lab's syndromic surveillance platform
Implemented data processing algorithms for real-time public health monitoring
Technologies: Oracle, ArcGIS, Java

Expedient

Lead Systems Engineer / Software Developer

(April 1998 - April 2005)

Progressed from entry-level support to lead systems engineer
Designed and developed customer-facing infrastructure management software for DNS, web, and email services, serving millions of ISP customers
Built custom trouble ticketing and issue management system for support/helpdesk operations
Architected high-availability production platforms for web hosting, email, and connectivity services
Maintained Fibre Channel SAN (EMC, Brocade) and backup equipment (StorageTek)
Technologies: Java, C, Python, Perl, Postfix, qmail, Oracle, Solaris

💻 Notable Open Source Projects

CyanogenMod/LineageOS: Created the world's largest custom Android ROM, empowering millions to customize and extend the life of their devices
DroidMind: A bridge between AI assistants and Android devices that implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling control through natural language
git-iris: AI-accelerated git workflow tool that enhances efficiency in version control management
Home Assistant Enhancements: Various contributions to the Home Assistant ecosystem, including themes and integrations
uchroma: Advanced driver for Razer Chroma hardware in Linux systems

Explore all my open source projects on GitHub

🎤 Speaking & Recognition

Featured presenter at Big Android BBQ for multiple years
Industry panelist on mobile technology, open source, and software development
Keynote speaker at Droidcon and March of the Droids
Represented CyanogenMod/Cyanogen Inc. at global product announcements and industry events

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Created CyanogenMod, now LineageOS, revolutionizing Android customization for millions of users
Established a foundation for device longevity through community-supported software
Led one of the most successful open-source projects in the mobile ecosystem

🎧 Personal Interests

Avid roller skater and roller derby player
Electronic music producer