John Nystrom
About John Nystrom
John Nystrom is the VP of Software Engineering at Flock Safety in Atlanta, Georgia, and an Independent Consultant at Nystrom Software.
Current Position at Flock Safety
John Nystrom is currently serving as the Vice President of Software Engineering at Flock Safety in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. In this role, John oversees engineering operations, ensuring the effective development and deployment of Flock Safety’s software solutions. His extensive background in software development and team leadership supports his responsibilities in driving forward the company's technological advancements.
Career at Flock Safety
John Nystrom has had a significant tenure at Flock Safety before becoming the VP of Software Engineering. From 2018 to 2021, John served as the Product Director - Platform. During this period, he focused on managing and enhancing the platform's capabilities, contributing to the integral growth and evolution of the company’s product offerings.
Current Role at Nystrom Software
In addition to his role at Flock Safety, John Nystrom operates as an Independent Consultant at Nystrom Software. Offering his expertise as a consultant, John provides valuable insights and technical guidance on software development projects, leveraging his extensive experience in the industry.
Industry Experience and Expertise
John Nystrom boasts a rich history in software engineering and technical leadership, with key roles at several companies over the years. His experience covers leading positions such as Chief Technology Officer at Parlore and Lead - South Region at Magenic Technologies. John has also held technical roles at Kudzu Interactive and Digital Envoy, strengthening his robust expertise in software development and enterprise-level application architecture.
Educational Background
John Nystrom earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Florida, attending from 1996 to 2000. His academic background laid the foundation for his extensive career in software engineering, equipping him with the foundational knowledge and technical skills essential for his professional achievements.
Technical Skills and Specializations
John Nystrom has specialized skills in developing Node/Express APIs utilizing ES6 JavaScript and TypeScript. He is proficient with various databases, including SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Oracle. Additionally, John has experience in creating native mobile applications for Windows Phone 8 and Windows 8/8.1 Store Apps, coupled with his proficiency in .NET environment enterprise-level application architecture and development.
Team Leadership and Management
Throughout his career, John Nystrom has demonstrated strong leadership capabilities, notably in managing technical teams both domestically and internationally. His roles have required him to coordinate and direct engineering teams, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and meet the highest standards of quality and performance.