I'm Marcus James, a software engineer focused on delivering mobile and cloud-based solutions that improve reliability, scalability, and user experience. At Hinge, I contributed to both iOS and Android applications by building new product features, streamlining performance, and helping reduce technical debt, while also driving improvements in app stability and efficiency. Previously, I developed consumer-facing features that enhanced accessibility for global users and supported enterprise systems in a cloud environment. I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, writing maintainable code, and delivering products that balance usability, performance, and long-term sustainability.

Marcus James

I'm Marcus James, a software engineer focused on delivering mobile and cloud-based solutions that improve reliability, scalability, and user experience. At Hinge, I contributed to both iOS and Android applications by building new product features, streamlining performance, and helping reduce technical debt, while also driving improvements in app stability and efficiency. Previously, I developed consumer-facing features that enhanced accessibility for global users and supported enterprise systems in a cloud environment. I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, writing maintainable code, and delivering products that balance usability, performance, and long-term sustainability.

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I’m Marcus James, a software engineer focused on delivering mobile and cloud-based solutions that improve reliability, scalability, and user experience.

At Hinge, I contributed to both iOS and Android applications by building new product features, streamlining performance, and helping reduce technical debt, while also driving improvements in app stability and efficiency. Previously, I developed consumer-facing features that enhanced accessibility for global users and supported enterprise systems in a cloud environment. I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, writing maintainable code, and delivering products that balance usability, performance, and long-term sustainability.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

iOS Engineer I at Hinge
September 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Designed and shipped new iOS features that improved usability and scalability by applying clean coding practices and MVVM architecture. Strengthened app reliability by building automated test coverage with XCTest and streamlining CI/CD workflows through GitHub. Delivered front-end solutions for Trust & Safety features, directly enhancing user protections and creating a safer in-app experience. Accelerated development velocity and reduced future maintenance costs by contributing to modularization efforts that eliminated years of technical debt.
Android Engineer I at Hinge
January 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025
Improved platform reliability and performance by optimizing infrastructure and refining CI/CD pipelines, resulting in faster, more consistent releases. Enabled faster development cycles by supporting new feature development and building observability tools that improved monitoring and debugging. Reduced overall app size by 17%, lowering friction for users during installs and updates while boosting app performance.
Mobile Developer Intern at Hinge
August 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025
Built iOS features that improved the app’s functionality and usability while following Agile best practices. Ensured smooth integration and data flow by collaborating with backend engineers, data scientists, and product managers. Launched a Globalization feature that allowed users to easily change the app’s language, expanding accessibility for international audiences.
Software Developer Intern at Clinisys
August 1, 2021 - September 18, 2025
Developed and tested software across multiple subsystems within a cloud-based AWS environment. Collaborated within Agile teams to design and implement solutions across the SDLC. Created internal documentation to support ongoing development and onboarding across engineering teams.

Education

BSc in Software Engineering at Pennsylvania State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment