Kylir Horton
About Kylir Horton
Kylir Horton is a Senior Frontend Engineer with extensive experience in software development, particularly in front-end technologies. He has worked for various companies, including Weave, SalesRabbit, and Cityworks, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Brigham Young University.
Work at Weave
Kylir Horton has been employed at Weave as a Senior Frontend Engineer since 2019. In this role, he utilizes his expertise in front-end technologies to enhance user experiences and improve application performance. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining web applications, ensuring they are responsive and user-friendly.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current position, Kylir Horton worked at several organizations in various engineering roles. He served as a Senior Software Engineer at HireVue from 2015 to 2017. Before that, he spent a decade at Cityworks, where he held positions as a Software Engineer and Web Developer from 2003 to 2015. Additionally, he worked as an iOS Engineer at SalesRabbit, Inc. for six months in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Kylir Horton earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology from Brigham Young University, studying from 2004 to 2010. He has developed expertise in front-end technologies, including JavaScript, React, Angular, CSS, and HTML. He is also expanding his skills in iOS/Swift development and aspires to become a UI/UX designer.
Background in Technology Evangelism
Kylir Horton worked as a Technology Evangelist for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2017 to 2018. In this role, he promoted technology solutions and innovations within the organization, contributing to the adoption of new technologies and practices.
Personal Goals in Game Development
Kylir Horton has a personal goal of creating an indie video game. This aspiration reflects his passion for technology and creativity, as he seeks to combine his software engineering skills with game design.