Ociel Lerma
About Ociel Lerma
Ociel Lerma is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in iOS development, currently working at Fizz in Palo Alto, California. He has a background in software engineering at eBay and has experience in leading teams and projects, including launching a Minimal Viable Product at Mapit.
Work at Fizz
Ociel Lerma has been employed at Fizz as a Senior Software Engineer (iOS) since 2022. In this role, he has contributed to the development of the company's mobile applications, focusing on enhancing user experience and functionality. He played a significant role in securing funding for Fizz by designing a marketplace that utilizes data-driven decisions. His experience in iOS development supports the company's objectives in creating innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at eBay
Before joining Fizz, Ociel Lerma worked at eBay for four years in various roles. He served as a Software Engineer (iOS) from 2020 to 2022, where he refactored code to Swift and adopted the MVVM-C design pattern along with Combine. Prior to that, he worked as a Software Quality Engineer (iOS) from 2018 to 2020, contributing to quality assurance processes. During his tenure, he led the development of a mobile shipping feature that introduced a price guarantee system.
Founding Mapit
Ociel Lerma co-founded Mapit, where he served as an iOS Developer from 2018 to 2019. He assembled a team of UX designers and developers to successfully launch a Minimal Viable Product. This experience provided him with insights into product development and team collaboration, which he has applied in his subsequent roles.
Education and Expertise
Ociel Lerma holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Brigham Young University - Idaho. He also completed a Certificate in Computer Science from PDX Code Guild. His educational background has equipped him with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for his career in software engineering, particularly in iOS development.