Professional Summary:
- Experienced engineering leader with a proven track record in full-stack development, product delivery, and technical consulting.
- Expertise in leading cross-functional engineering teams, delivering complex software projects, and integrating large-scale systems such as eCommerce, financial services, and manufacturing.
Areas of Specialization:
- Software Product Development & Systems Architecture through design, implementation, and delivery.
- Engineering Team Management focused on collaboration, performance, and retention.
- Implementation of Agile methodologies and repeatable processes.
- Multi-Vendor System Integration of third-party platforms and APIs across complex distributed environments.
- Design and deployment of RESTful & Stateful APIs, ORM layers, and high-performance data stores.
- Development of secure, scalable online commerce platforms, payment gateways, and financial data integration layers.
- Architecture and development of merchandising solutions with dynamic cataloging and inventory management. App Developer of Webby Awards 2013 Nominee Mobile Shopping Apps.
- CIAM / IAM Implementation & Security Best Practices including identity frameworks, SSO, and authentication/authorization protocols.
- 3D Printing & Custom Manufacturing Systems.
- Blockchain technologies including smart contracts and decentralized apps (dApps).
Professional Experience:
Senior Developer
Stealth Startup | Dec 2024 - Jun 2025
- Led the architecture and development of an Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) solution.
- Focused on scalable architecture, system interoperability, and seamless data integration across diverse applications including LLM AI.
Horse Ranch Manager | Board Member, 501(c)(3) | Sabbatical
Private Estate | Aug 2023 - Nov 2024
- Managed daily operations of a private horse ranch, including property oversight, tenant coordination, and facilities maintenance.
- Served on the board of a registered charitable 501(c)(3) trust, contributing to organizational governance and strategic philanthropic planning.
Senior Software Engineer
Sunrun | Nov 2021 - Jul 2023
- Developed proprietary distributed software for the management and distribution of energy across intrastate power grids.
Solution Integration Engineer
Issuu | Jan 2021 - Oct 2021
- Designed and implemented integrations between Issuu's publishing platform and third-party tools such as Adobe and Canva.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to define product priorities and roadmap features.
- Sole U.S.-based engineer coordinating with distributed teams in Denmark, Germany, and Portugal.
Project Manager & Senior Software Engineer
Pando (pandopooling.com) | Sep 2019 - Sep 2020
- Led the development of a financial technology platform enabling pooled income contracts as a safety net against income volatility.
- Directed Agile development processes and managed an international engineering team.
- Contributed to product design, feature scoping, and implementation strategy.
Software Systems Architect & Senior Software Engineer
Independent Consultant | Mar 2018 - Sep 2019
- Developed a SaaS licensing server for a major cloud storage provider.
- Built a GIS application for tracking feral animal colonies and TNR programs.
- Consulted on livestock management systems for an agricultural technology startup.
Software Systems Architect & Engineering Team Lead
Sapient (contract) | Oct 2017 - Mar 2018
- Led system architecture for a financial services portal, managing a five-person architecture team.
- Delivered full-stack solutions (Angular frontend, Java/PostgreSQL backend).
- Integrated third-party services such as Yodlee, Albridge, and IAM systems.
- Designed containerized microservices architecture using Docker and Rancher.
Software Systems Architect & Senior Software Engineer
Independent Consultant (contract) | Jun 2017 - Oct 2017
- Advised Persistent Systems on CIAM project implementation.
- Developed mesh-networked sensor solutions for stealth startups.
- Designed remote-enabled GPS sensor networks for agricultural asset tracking.
- Prototyped a decentralized blockchain platform for local energy trading.
Lead Technical Consultant, Professional Services
Gigya | Aug 2014 - Jun 2017
- Lead consultant for large-scale CIAM projects across global enterprise clients.
- Designed and deployed integrations involving CMS, CRM, ESP, and DMP platforms.
- Built the Professional Services function from the ground up, including internal documentation and onboarding.
- Notable clients: Turner, Sony, GE, Marriott, Time Warner, NBA, NFL, Universal Music Group, American Heart Association, and others.
Senior Projects Engineer
BeyondCore (startup) | Apr 2014 - Aug 2014
- Reported directly to CTO, developing secure system admin tools and release procedures.
- Designed and implemented data connectors for large-scale SQL and NoSQL data sources, enabling integration with high-volume distributed data systems commonly used in big data architectures.
Director of Software Engineering
Treofab (startup) | Sep 2013 - Mar 2014
- Managed distributed development teams for 3D printing and custom manufacturing software.
- Coauthored a patent for a 3D object application builder.
- Built real-time pricing APIs based on CAD/STL object properties, royalty calculations, and international currency conversion.
- Developed 3D object editors and custom checkout systems integrated with partner manufacturing services.
API Projects Lead & Senior Software Engineer
Tocata / Revel Touch (startup) | Mar 2012 - Sep 2013
Senior Software Engineer
iWin | Aug 2011 - Mar 2012
- Developed branded casual gaming site in partnership with Pogo and Electronic Arts.
Monetization and API Systems Engineer
Adknowledge | Feb 2010 - Aug 2011
- Designed monetization, ad services, and payment processing systems for social gaming apps.
Social Game Developer
SGN (startup) | Oct 2008 - Feb 2010
- Created Facebook/MySpace social games with dynamic virtual economies.
- Integrated advertising and payment platforms, social authentication, and viral engagement mechanisms.
Senior Software Engineer
TinyPrints (startup) | Jul 2007 - Sep 2008
- Early engineering hire; established release processes and coding standards.
- Built core eCommerce systems including checkout, coupons, and gift certificates.
Senior Software Engineer [Contract]
Yahoo Autos | Oct 2006 - Jul 2007
- Led CMS adoption for Yahoo Autos and managed RSS feed integration on Yahoo homepage.
- Contributed to record-setting engagement during international auto show coverage.
Core Competencies:
Management:
- Jira, Asana, Trello, Basecamp
Programming:
- JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, C#, C++, Ruby, PHP, Perl, SQL, XML, JSON, HTML, CSS, Assembly
Frameworks:
- Node.js, Django, jQuery, Bootstrap, Prototype, React, Angular
Platforms and Integrations:
- Linux, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Salesforce, SAP, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes
Cloud:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), GitHub, and Microsoft Azure
Web CMS & eCommerce:
- WordPress, Shopify, Woo, Drupal, Wix, and Magento (now Adobe Commerce)
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency:
- Ethereum, Bitcoin, decentralized applications (dApps), smart contracts