Vice President of Engineering
2019 - 2022EVERSANA- Managed a team of over 30 data architects and software engineers in the US and India to develop SaaS AI/ML analytics platforms and data warehouse and data lake solutions for the EVERSANA ACTICS portfolio.
- Grew the data and analytics business revenue by 193% YoY and grew EBITDA from negative to over $5 million from 2020 to 2021. Exceeded 2021 revenue targets by over 7%.
- Developed software architecture for public cloud apps on AWS and Azure. Provided technical leadership to teams that develop data models, security frameworks, and application architectures to enable the delivery of data and AI/ML-driven analytics.
- Designed, implemented, and deployed the PRDICT predictive analytics platform for a Fortune 500 client. PRDICT delivers an intuitive interface for customers to run ML-driven predictive models for brand trends.
- Implemented software engineering best practices and agile transformations, including standardized SCM and tooling, CI/CD and test automation, database configuration management, and infrastructure as code.
- Developed engineering talent within the D&A team. Held regular software engineering training sessions, and ramped up junior engineers in the US and India through architecture deep dives, pair programming, and design and code reviews.
Technologies: SQL, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Snowflake, PostgreSQL, React, Vue, Django, C#.NET, Windows, C, Git, Linux, Distributed Systems, Full-stack, Back-end, Databases, Docker, SaaS, Cypress, Leadership, Full-stack Development, Minimum Viable Product (MVP), Node.js, Charts, CSS, HTML, JavaScript Charting, Front-end, REST APIs, Low-code Development, Low Code, AWS Lambda, Microsoft Azure, Blazor, Selenium, APIs, Redux, React Redux, GraphQL, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Optimization, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Next.js, Mapbox, Healthcare & Insurance, .NET, .NET Core, ASP.NET Core MVC, API Integration, Confluence, Technical Writing, Writing & Editing, Localization, Architecture, Software Design, Legacy Code, Legacy Software, Integration, Healthcare, MySQL, Migration, ETL, Mathematics, Azure, SOLID Principles, Web Development, Microservices, Elasticsearch, Pandas, Data Analysis, CI/CD Pipelines, Technical Leadership, HTML5, Figma, API Development, JSX, Responsive Web Apps, GitHubVice President of Product
2019 - 2021Mavenir- Defined product strategy and roadmap for the Mavenir Business Monetization Platform. Managed sales and operations teams in the US and LATAM to sell and deploy the MBMP into carrier networks and operationalize chatbot and data rewards campaigns.
- Worked with engineering and product teams to define features and execute development plans. Integrated product management and engineering processes into Mavenir, reducing OpEx and improving the scalability of the product development lifecycle.
- Managed P&L for the monetization business, including sales forecast and funnel, bookings, billings, and operational expenses. Implemented a strategy that grew revenue from $3 million in FY 2018 to $7.5 million in FY 2019 and $14 million in FY 2020.
Technologies: SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Java, Windows, Git, Distributed Systems, Databases, SaaS, Leadership, Minimum Viable Product (MVP), CSS, HTML, Low-code Development, Low Code, APIs, API Integration, Technical Writing, Writing & Editing, Localization, Architecture, Software Design, Legacy Code, Legacy Software, Integration, MySQL, Mathematics, SOLID Principles, Web Development, Microservices, Data Analysis, Technical Leadership, REST APIs, HTML5, API Development, Responsive Web AppsVice President of Firmware Engineering
2017 - 2019Dynamics- Managed a team of 12 software engineers, manufacturing testers, and field testers in the US and India, developing embedded device software for the Dynamics portfolio of battery-powered payment cards.
- Grew engineering team capacity through new hires and by implementing best practices. Met or exceeded all goals for employee retention and engagement and focused on professional development for the engineering team as a low-cost force multiplier.
- Acted as a principal software architect for the card portfolio. Designed and implemented embedded and application software for the cards, cloud applications, and manufacturing systems.
- Collaborated with hardware, magnetics, and manufacturing teams to create and execute hardware and firmware roadmaps, including ASIC requirements, design, and verification.
Technologies: C, Python, Assembly, MSP430, 5G, Windows, Git, Linux, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Distributed Systems, SQL, Back-end, Embedded Systems, Databases, SaaS, Leadership, Full-stack Development, Minimum Viable Product (MVP), CSS, HTML, REST APIs, Web3.js, Bitcoin, APIs, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Optimization, .NET, .NET Core, jQuery, ASP.NET Core MVC, API Integration, Confluence, Technical Writing, Writing & Editing, Architecture, Software Design, Legacy Code, Legacy Software, Integration, Progressive Web Applications (PWA), Yocto, Embedded C, Microcontrollers, MySQL, Mathematics, Windows API, Windows Forms (WinForms), Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), SOLID Principles, Web Development, Microservices, Hardware Drivers, Hardware, CI/CD Pipelines, Technical Leadership, HTML5, API Development, GitHubVice President of Software Engineering
2013 - 2015Green Edge Technologies- Managed a team of six US-based engineers and 12 contract engineers in Vietnam, developing embedded device software, Android UI software, and AWS-based distributed management software for the EDGEHome home automation solution.
- Acted as product owner for the EDGEhome system software, with final responsibility to create and execute the product roadmap for the EDGEhome home automation portfolio.
- Met with builders, developers, electricians, and city inspectors to evangelize and market the portfolio and ensure end-user interests were reflected in product requirements and architecture.
- Implemented agile software methodology, repeatable build practices, and automated test frameworks for embedded firmware and cloud software products.
- Designed, implemented, and tested software for low-cost consumer devices as part of the EDGEhome solution. Wrote software for device discovery and provisioning, message routing, firmware upload, software image management, and message encryption.
Technologies: Assembly, Python, JavaScript, Java, Android, Windows, C, Git, Linux, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Distributed Systems, SQL, Full-stack, Back-end, Embedded Systems, Databases, C++, SaaS, Leadership, Full-stack Development, Minimum Viable Product (MVP), Node.js, CSS, HTML, Front-end, REST APIs, AWS Lambda, Microsoft Azure, Selenium, APIs, Amazon Web Services (AWS), PHP, Optimization, jQuery, API Integration, Technical Writing, Writing & Editing, Localization, Architecture, Software Design, Legacy Code, Legacy Software, Integration, Progressive Web Applications (PWA), Raspberry Pi, Yocto, Embedded C, Microcontrollers, MySQL, Migration, Mathematics, Windows API, Windows Forms (WinForms), Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), Azure, SOLID Principles, Web Development, Microservices, Hardware Drivers, Hardware, CI/CD Pipelines, Technical Leadership, HTML5, API Development, GitHub