John Moody
Richmond,VA
Summary
Innovative Senior IoT Software Engineer with a proven track record, excelling in IoT systems development and cloud services integration. Spearheaded initiatives to add system observability metrics to platforms, and then drove programs that led to measurable, positive outcomes. Combining strong problem-solving skills with technical expertise across many different software stacks. Committed to enhancing customer outcomes through collaborative efforts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior IoT Software Engineer
Babylon Micro-Farms
Richmond, VA
12.2024 - Current
- Lead software initiatives spanning on-device firmware, cloud services, and mobile applications for a fleet of hundreds of premium IoT hydroponics cabinets deployed in real-world environments.
- Drive projects from early ideation through production, translating business requirements and stakeholder needs into scalable, maintainable systems.
- Leverage AI tooling including Claude and prompt engineering to accelerate development workflows.
- Architect and maintain embedded Linux-based device software using Python, Docker, and hardware sensor integrations, with a focus on reliability and field maintainability.
- Collaborate closely with product, operations, horticulture, and customer support teams to reduce operational burden and improve customer outcomes.
Lead Mobile App Developer
Babylon Micro-Farms
Richmond, VA
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Led development of the company’s cross-platform mobile application (React Native / Expo), significantly improving stability and user experience.
- Implemented remote error monitoring system (Sentry.io) to drive our user experienced crash rate from 80% of users to 0.01% of users within 3 months of assuming the role.
- Led implementation of User Troubleshooting Flows that allowed users to self-service in the case of common device issues. Developed standardized and re-usable flow platform that all future customer flows have been built with. Integrated flows with CMS to allow for flows to be managed by non-coders to adapt to innovations / best practices as determined by our customer success department.
Firmware Engineer
Babylon Micro-Farms
Richmond, VA
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Led the development of on-device firmware for a fleet of hundreds of premium IoT hydroponics cabinets. Managed all aspects of the system behavior, including I/O controls (i.e., lights, water, nutrient systems), drivers for sensors, and modem interface management.
- Led the troubleshooting team to identify critical issues with replacement electronics boards during the global microchip shortage, which would have led to catastrophic failure of devices in the field. Created a hotfix and supported the electronics design team in finding a suitable replacement part.
- Worked across functional units to understand business requirements, and codify them into automated processes.
Robotics Application Engineer
Intellibot Robotics
Richmond, VA
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Reduced on-site installation times for an Automonous robot from ~2 weeks to ~3 days by leveraging handheld 3D LiDAR scanners, ROS, & environmental simulation technology.
CTO / Systems Engineer
Spira Inc.
Richmond, VA
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Served as Principal Investigator on SBIR/STTR grant applications.
- Designed embedded control systems for algal growth and environmental monitoring initiatives.
Show Systems Imagineering Intern
Walt Disney Imagineering
Glendale, CA
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Prototyped interactive entertainment systems using microcontrollers, Raspberry Pi, Linux, C++, and Python.
- Investigated CAN bus communication for vehicle-based attractions.
Education
M.D. - Systems Engineering
George Washington University
05.2022
Self-Driving Car Nanodegree -
Udacity
08.2017
B.S. - Electrical Engineering
Virginia Commonwealth University
05.2015
Skills
- IoT systems development
- Cloud services integration
- Mobile application development
- Linux / Docker
- AI tooling (Claude Code & md)
- Fleet Observability & Metrics
Leadership And Mentorship
- IEEE Richmond Young Professionals Chapter, Organized and led a 6-month COVID-19 Pandemic Response program with 30+ participants.
- Software Mentor, Mentor college students on software engineering best practices, team development, and career growth.
Timeline
Senior IoT Software Engineer
Babylon Micro-Farms
12.2024 - Current
Lead Mobile App Developer
Babylon Micro-Farms
03.2023 - 12.2024
Firmware Engineer
Babylon Micro-Farms
08.2021 - 03.2023
Robotics Application Engineer
Intellibot Robotics
02.2018 - 02.2020
CTO / Systems Engineer
Spira Inc.
07.2016 - 03.2017
Show Systems Imagineering Intern
Walt Disney Imagineering
01.2016 - 07.2016
M.D. - Systems Engineering
George Washington University
Self-Driving Car Nanodegree -
Udacity
B.S. - Electrical Engineering
Virginia Commonwealth University