Matthew Nanney
About Matthew Nanney
Matthew Nanney is a Staff Engineer at Flock Safety with a background in iOS development and sound design.
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Matthew Nanney is currently a Staff Engineer at Flock Safety. In this role, he works remotely, leveraging his extensive experience in iOS development to contribute to innovative projects.
Professional Experience
Matthew Nanney has held several key positions in the tech industry, highlighting his expertise in iOS development and engineering leadership. At InvestNext, he served as the Director of Engineering for 11 months (2022-2023) in Detroit, Michigan. Prior roles include Senior iOS Engineer at Reddit, Inc. (2021-2022), Lead iOS Developer at Nuuly (2019-2021) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and iOS Developer at Wayfair (2018-2019) in Boston, Massachusetts. His journey also includes substantial time as a Senior iOS Developer at Service.com (2017-2018) in Michigan and as an iOS Software Developer II at Cirrus Group LLC (2014-2017) in the Greater Detroit Area.
Early Career and Education
Matthew Nanney began his career in sound design, working with Firearm Sound Library (2013-2014) and as an Intern at Imagination Vent LLC in San Diego. He also gained valuable experience at Early Spring Productions, focusing on video and sound. During his studies at Michigan Technological University (2010-2014), he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sound Design. Additionally, he held multiple roles at Michigan Tech, including Media Specialist and Multiliteracies Center Coach, further enhancing his technical and media skills.
Passion for iOS Development
Matthew Nanney has a deep passion for the Swift programming language and specializes in developing apps for iOS and macOS. He enjoys exploring new technologies and frameworks, often turning his house into a smart home using Raspberry Pi. His commitment to creating unique and innovative apps is evident throughout his career, where he continually seeks to blend simplicity with complexity in his projects.
Mentorship and Leadership
Beyond his technical expertise, Matthew Nanney is dedicated to mentoring and leading other engineers. He aims to provide guidance and foster growth within his teams, benefiting both products and individual engineers. His leadership roles at prominent companies like InvestNext and Reddit underscore his commitment to nurturing talent and enhancing team performance.