Engineering Leader | Distributed Systems | AI | Cybersecurity | TS//SCI DoD Clearance I am an accomplished Engineering Manager with 17 years of experience in software development and leadership. Over the course of my career, I’ve spent 10 years building scalable, secure systems as a hands-on Software Developer and 7 years leading high-performing engineering teams in big tech and startups. Specializing in Distributed Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity, I excel at bridging strategic vision with technical execution. I lead teams of 5-15 engineers in designing, delivering, and operating enterprise-grade software services. My achievements include: Spearheading high-velocity software development lifecycles, from product definition to phased global launches. Optimizing CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks, reducing release times by up to 30%. Mentoring team members to drive career growth, foster accountability, and achieve technical excellence. I bring a unique combination of technical expertise and leadership skills, backed by AWS certifications in Solutions Architecture, Developer, and Machine Learning. My thought leadership has been showcased at industry conferences like TestingMind'23 and 1.21Gigawatts'24, where I shared insights on CI/CD and microservices testing in Agile. With a B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science and an MBA in Management of Information Systems, I thrive at the intersection of technology and business. I am passionate about delivering innovative solutions that are robust, scalable, and future-proof.