Jaeyoon Lee - Staff Software Engineer

Building the Future with Code

Staff Software Engineer & Engineering Lead at Apple, specializing in AI/ML Infrastructure and On-Device Model Validation

About Me

I'm a Staff Software Engineer and Engineering Lead at Apple with over a decade of experience building innovative AI/ML solutions. My journey spans from military logistics leadership to mobile browser optimization, culminating in leading critical AI infrastructure for Siri and Apple's on-device ML systems.

I specialize in large-scale AI/ML systems, on-device model validation, and cross-platform engineering. My experience across startups and Fortune 500 companies, combined with my Korean-English bilingual capabilities, gives me unique perspectives on building technology solutions that scale globally.

11+ Years at Apple
15+ Years Experience

Global Journey

Places I've lived, worked, and traveled - spanning across continents and cultures

🇺🇸 United States

Boston, MA Seattle, WA Sacramento, CA San Francisco, CA Berkeley, CA San Diego, CA Fresno, CA Foster City, CA Mountain View, CA Palo Alto, CA Washington, DC New York, NY Dallas, TX Oahu, HI Kona, HI

🇰🇷 Asia Pacific

Seoul, Korea Tokyo, Japan Yokohama, Japan Beijing, China Hong Kong Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

🇪🇺 Europe

London, UK Paris, France Madrid, Spain Stockholm, Sweden Linköping, Sweden Malmö, Sweden Oslo, Norway Wrocław, Poland

🇨🇦 Americas

Ottawa, Canada Montreal, Canada Banff, Canada Cancun, Mexico

Professional Experience

Staff Software Engineer / Engineering Lead

Apple Inc. May 2014 - Present · 11 yrs 5 mos Cupertino, California

Staff Software Engineer and Engineering Lead driving AI/ML infrastructure initiatives across Apple's ecosystem. Leading critical teams responsible for Siri, AI/ML B&I, and on-device ML model validation systems.

  • Lead engineering teams developing on-device ML model validation infrastructure serving all Apple platforms
  • Drive cross-platform engineering initiatives spanning iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS ecosystems
  • Establish engineering standards and mentor development teams across AI/ML organization
  • Own technical architecture decisions for infrastructure projects impacting engineering productivity and development velocity

Sr. Software Engineer

Skyfire Nov 2013 - May 2014 · 7 mos Mountain View, California

Senior engineer focused on quality assurance and test automation for Skyfire's Rocket Optimizer platform, a revolutionary server-side solution that dynamically optimized mobile video content in real-time to enhance user experience and reduce cellular bandwidth consumption.

  • Architected and implemented comprehensive end-to-end testing framework for Rocket Optimizer's real-time video processing pipeline
  • Delivered measurable improvements in mobile video streaming performance, reducing cellular data usage by 30-50% through intelligent optimization algorithms
  • Built scalable automated test infrastructure supporting continuous integration for high-throughput video processing systems
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to establish quality gates and performance benchmarks for mobile video optimization technology

Sr. Software QA Engineer

Opera Software Americas, LLC Feb 2012 - Nov 2013 · 1 yr 10 mos San Mateo, California

Senior QA engineer and project lead managing Opera's strategic carrier partnerships and mobile application ecosystem across Asia-Pacific markets. Spearheaded Opera Web Pass initiatives and mobile browser development for major telecommunications providers.

  • Successfully launched Opera Web Pass across 4 major carriers (DiGi, DTAC, Maxis, MTSUA), enabling millions of users to access optimized mobile browsing
  • Led development and deployment of Opera Mini Widget for Verizon Wireless, expanding Opera's presence in the US mobile market
  • Pioneered HTML5 application development for Opera TV Store, establishing early connected TV app ecosystem and user experience standards
  • Managed comprehensive cross-platform testing strategies covering mobile, carrier billing integration, and multi-device compatibility validation

Software QA Engineer / System Administrator

Opera Software Korea Sep 2008 - Feb 2012 · 3 yrs 6 mos Seoul, Korea

Dual-role technical leader managing mobile browser product delivery for Korea's largest telecommunications companies while maintaining critical server infrastructure. Pioneered Opera's mobile browser penetration in the Korean market during the smartphone revolution era.

  • Successfully delivered Opera Mini/Mobile integrations for Korea's top 4 mobile manufacturers and carriers: SK Telecom, Samsung, LG Electronics, and Pantech
  • Engineered sophisticated test automation frameworks integrating Opera Mini cloud services with SK Telecom's billing infrastructure, ensuring seamless carrier-grade deployment
  • Led comprehensive multi-platform validation across 6 mobile operating systems (Android, iOS, Windows Mobile, BrewMP, J2ME, BlackBerry), ensuring consistent user experience
  • Architected and maintained high-availability production server environments supporting millions of daily mobile browser sessions with 99.9% uptime

Storage Section NCOIC and Warehouse IMO, Sergeant

US Army (KATUSA Program) Jul 2006 - Jul 2008 · 2 yrs 1 mo Waegwan, Korea

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge leading critical medical logistics operations for US 8th Army in Korea. Served as bilingual liaison and technical systems manager in the prestigious Korean Augmentation Troops program, bridging US-Korean military cooperation during active deployment.

  • Led storage section operations managing $2M+ in critical medical supplies and equipment for 18th Medical Command's 16th Medical Logistics Battalion
  • Served as Warehouse Information Management Officer (IMO), implementing digital inventory systems and optimizing supply chain efficiency for multinational operations
  • Specialized in Maintenance, Repair, Operations (MRO) denial protocols, ensuring mission-critical medical equipment readiness across forward operating bases
  • Demonstrated exceptional cross-cultural leadership as Korean-American bridge between US command structure and Korean augmentation forces, facilitating seamless bilateral military cooperation

Let's Connect

I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, innovative projects, and technological challenges. Whether you're looking for technical leadership, AI/ML expertise, or just want to chat about the latest in software engineering.