Kim Sparrow
About Kim Sparrow
Kim Sparrow serves as a Principal Engineer at Infillion, where he has worked since 2014. He specializes in firmware subsystems and has contributed to the development of Bluetooth LE beacon hardware and Gimbal's Android SDK.
Work at Infillion
Kim Sparrow has served as Principal Engineer at Infillion since 2014, marking a decade of experience in the Greater San Diego Area. In this role, Kim has contributed significantly to the development of firmware subsystems that support Gimbal's multi-protocol ecosystem. This work has focused on ensuring robust testability and manufacturability of products. Additionally, Kim guided the development of Gimbal's next generation S22 Bluetooth LE beacon hardware, enhancing the company's product offerings.
Education and Expertise
Kim Sparrow earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Harvey Mudd College, completing the program from 1995 to 1999. This educational background laid the foundation for a career in engineering, with a focus on developing advanced technology solutions. Kim's expertise includes firmware development, Bluetooth technology, and software engineering, particularly in the context of location-based services.
Technical Contributions
Throughout the tenure at Infillion, Kim has developed location and Bluetooth logic within Gimbal's Android SDK. This development has been crucial for enhancing the functionality of mobile applications that utilize Gimbal's technology. Furthermore, Kim designed and implemented a Linux-based, network-connected Bluetooth LE software beacon transmitter and receiver, showcasing a strong command of both hardware and software integration.
Software Development Skills
Kim Sparrow has created Java backend microservices to support the Gimbal SDK. This work involves using various technologies, including Spring Boot, AWS ECS, RDS, EMR, RabbitMQ, HBase, Redis, and Kafka. These technologies facilitate efficient data processing and communication within Gimbal's ecosystem, contributing to the overall performance and scalability of the software solutions developed.