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Hilary Nelson

Hilary Nelson

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Software Engineer at Apple

  • Education

    • Pitzer College

      2018 - 2022
      Computer Science Computer Software and Media Applications

      - Off-campus major in Computer Science at Harvey Mudd College- Off-campus minor in Music at Pomona College - Member of the Pomona College Choir and Pomona College Glee Club, performing locally and on tour

    • The Nueva School

      2014 - 2018
      High School Diploma Grades 9 - 12

      - Received an advanced, interdisciplinary education with an emphasis on problem solving and design thinking- Explored the intersection of industrial engineering and art through courses in entrepreneurship, product design, fabrication, and industrial manufacturing- Performed with a cappella choir and steel drum band- Volunteered in the admissions office, leading tours and giving presentations at admission events for prospective students and families

  • Experience

    • The Music School

      Jan 2017 - May 2018
      Piano Teacher

      - Led small group piano lessons for elementary school students; supported large group instruction in voice, percussion, and recorder

    • The Bishop's Ranch

      Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
      Ranch Hand

      - Planned and led all areas of summer programming for children, youth and adults, including hikes, music, crafts, games, large group activities, and small group discussions. - Trained in supporting the emotional-well being of campers, conflict resolution, first aid and CPR.

    • Harvey Mudd College

      Jan 2020 - May 2021
      Computer Science Tutor

      - Tutored students in Introduction to Computer Science at Harvey Mudd College, hosting open tutoring hours to help individual students with homework assignments, programming skills, and general understanding of key concepts.

    • Apple

      Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
      Software Engineer Intern

      - Designed and Implemented Apple Music APIs alongside full-time Apple team members and presented final projects to the Apple Media Products division

    • Apple

      May 2021 - Aug 2021
      Software Engineer Intern

      - Placed second out of 143 teams in the 2021 intern competition to pitch an original new feature. Presented a formal keynote to a panel of executives who served as judges in the final round.- Designed and Implemented Apple Music APIs alongside full-time Apple team members and presented final projects to the Apple Media Products division

    • Pitzer College

      Aug 2021 - May 2022
      Senior Admission Fellow

      - Interviewed and evaluated freshman and transfer applicants for admission decisions.- Held weekly information sessions for prospective students and families, highlighting Pitzer’s core values, academic programs, and campus culture.

    • Apple

      Jul 2022 - now
      Software Engineer

      - Design and implement Apple Music APIs used internally and externally, with a special attention to performance and impact on server load.- Serve as the directly responsible individual for the Core Services team on a variety of Apple Music feature projects, attending cross-functional meetings, scoping and scheduling relevant work, and presenting to division leads.

  • Licenses & Certifications