Ryan Grier
About Ryan Grier
Ryan Grier is a Staff iOS Engineer at Slice, where he has worked remotely since 2021. He has extensive experience in iOS engineering, having held positions at notable companies such as Comcast and Warner Bros. Digital Labs.
Work at Slice
Ryan Grier currently holds the position of Staff iOS Engineer at Slice, where he has been employed since 2021. His role is remote, allowing him to contribute to the company's iOS development from any location. At Slice, he has been involved in various initiatives, including designing and implementing card scanning software utilizing Apple’s Vision Framework. He has also led efforts to enhance the accessibility of the iOS app, ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Previous Employment History
Before joining Slice, Ryan Grier had an extensive career in software engineering. He worked at Comcast as a Principal iOS Engineer for three months in 2019, and prior to that, he spent two years at Warner Bros. Digital Labs as a Software Engineer (iOS) from 2016 to 2018. His experience also includes a role as a Mobile Engineer Technical Lead at Barclaycard from 2011 to 2013, and he served in various positions at Comcast Interactive Media from 2005 to 2016, including Engineer 4 and Principal iOS Engineer.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Grier earned his Master's degree in Software Engineering from Penn State Great Valley, where he studied from 2002 to 2004. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Millersville University of Pennsylvania, completed between 1997 and 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in iOS development and software engineering.
Achievements and Contributions
Throughout his career, Ryan Grier has made significant contributions to software development projects. He designed and implemented card scanning software using Apple’s Vision Framework and led accessibility initiatives for the iOS app at Slice. He has been recognized for his skills, winning the Fall 2022 and overall 2022 Slice Hackathons. Additionally, he has contributed to a SwiftUI-based component library and has led efforts to identify and reduce technical debt within his team.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Ryan Grier specializes in iOS development, with a strong focus on software engineering practices. His technical skills include proficiency in Swift and SwiftUI, as well as experience with Apple's Vision Framework. He has a proven track record of implementing accessibility features in mobile applications and managing technical debt, showcasing his commitment to high-quality software development.