Craig Howarth
About Craig Howarth
Craig Howarth is a Staff Software Engineer at The New York Times, where he has worked since 2014. He has a diverse background in software development across various industries, with expertise in multiple programming languages and tools.
Work at The New York Times
Craig Howarth has been employed at The New York Times as a Staff Software Engineer since 2014. In this role, he has contributed to various projects, including the development of the iOS News app. He currently leads the iOS engineering efforts for the Audio team, focusing on enhancing the user experience and functionality of audio-related features.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining The New York Times, Craig Howarth held several positions in the tech industry. He worked at Time Warner Inc. as an Application Development Project Manager from 2005 to 2010. Prior to that, he served as a Lead iOS Engineer at Makr (Happy Studio Inc.) from 2012 to 2014. His earlier roles include Sr. Application Developer at Vis.align and Sr. Application Developer at Binney & Smith. Additionally, he has freelance experience with various companies, including Merrill Lynch and All Nippon Airways.
Education and Expertise
Craig Howarth studied Management Information Systems at Bowling Green State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA). He also studied Graphic Design at the School of Visual Arts, achieving a Certificate in Education (CE). His expertise spans multiple industries, including media, logistics, law, finance, insurance, manufacturing, and retailing. He is skilled in programming languages such as Swift, Objective-C, Ruby, and PostgreSQL.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Craig Howarth possesses extensive experience in API design and relational database programming. He utilizes cloud services like Heroku and AWS in his software development projects. His technical skills enable him to contribute effectively to various software engineering initiatives, particularly in mobile application development for iOS platforms.