Raine Lightner

Manager, Software Engineering

Raine Lightner is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in software engineering and management. Currently serving as Manager of Software Engineering at Cricut since March 2024, Raine has delivered significant enhancements to user experience through a comprehensive Font Panel rewrite and dynamic font preview capabilities. Prior to Cricut, Raine held the position of Director of Engineering at Imperative, leading the development of an AI-driven peer coaching platform that reduced employee turnover by 35%. Raine's background includes roles as Engineering Manager at LendingTree, Staff Engineer at Starbucks, Software Architect at Prep Sportswear, Technical Lead at Groundspeak, and Technical Consultant at Premera Blue Cross. Raine began a career in technology after serving as an Operations Specialist in the United States Navy, demonstrating a strong foundation in technical skills and project management.

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