Built and run a team of 7 engineers on a mission to rapidly provide novel, quality intellectual property insights to a growing customer base without a drastic increase in headcount. Provide technology strategy and ensure that the team is executing according to current business priorities. Estimate cost, revenue, and savings impacts of features and quality enhancements the team is working on to help prioritize the work. Act as a hands-on CTO and implement features alongside my team members. Key highlights:► Integrate new data sources such as Crunchbase to remove the need for our non-technical team to collect data manually on the Internet thereby saving days of analysts' time every month► Automate the most time-consuming tasks using novel AI technologies such as GPT, BERT, and more traditional models like random forest, and SVM to increase time-to-market for our custom sectors from days to hours► Modernize the data ingestion pipeline to reduce ingestion time from hours to minutes per custom sector and to provide new data points and data sources that enable novel insights for our customers► Represent the company at various industry events such as conferences, technology leadership communities (NCTECH), and local meetups► Overhaul the existing master data management system to enable automated matching and merging of new data thereby providing days of labor savings to our analysts every month based on Google Analytics usage stats► Lead the efforts to modernize the technology stack by replacing legacy jQuery, Kendo UI front-end with React, Tailwind UI front-end

Fixed a critical data outage in company software that unblocked the company from receiving revenue from its customers.Key highlights:► Replaced HTML crawler data ingestion pipeline with bulk data ingestion pipeline for USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) data► Enabled international patents data extraction from EPO (European Patent Office) ► Built a search engine to enable semantic search for patent data► Setup gradual rollout of a new user experience using feature toggles (Unleash)

Founded a tech consultancy specializing in technology leadership in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and quantum computing.Key highlights:► Formed the business► Created and executed business strategy► Worked with accountants and registered agents to ensure taxes and annual reports are filed with the federal government and multiple states (NC, TX, DE)► Marketed the company to secure its first client► Built a team of one full-time employee and one part-time contractor► Setup company payroll, benefits, 401k plan, and PTO policies► Produced content on YouTube revolving around Quantum Computing

Spearhead and guided cross-functional team of 12 engineers, foster collaboration and ensure technical excellence. Create innovative software solutions, utilizing diverse tech stacks across front-end, back-end, database, and infrastructure layers. Conduct thorough assessments on Information Security and Data Privacy, to successfully implement access controls and best practices, safeguarding valuable company information.Key Highlights:► Pioneered game-changing proof of concept initiatives, boosted team productivity, and tackled intricate challenges head-on.► Executed a process change within my teams, resulting in an exceptional delivery rate of 100% consistently across most sprints.► Nurtured and guided engineers in embracing cutting-edge technologies, fueling ongoing learning, and fostering remarkable professional development.

In the role of a software developer, I provided valuable architecture guidance for the redesign of the billing portal at PDQ.com. I was responsible for constructing the application scaffolding, laying the foundation for the successful development of the billing portal. Additionally, I played a key role in implementing authentication using Auth0, Phoenix, and Ueberauth, ensuring secure access to the portal. Furthermore, I contributed to enhancing the code review process, implementing improvements that led to higher codequality and efficiency.Key Highlights:► Recognized for documenting and reviewing the new architecture with all stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment.► Introduced our team to vendors like Auth0 and Stripe which led to the discovery of potential issues with the legacy software that could have resulted in an outage and loss of revenue.► Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and address critical concerns to maintain system stability and efficiency.

Played a key role in driving the development and implementation of cutting-edge data science solutions. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deliver innovative data-driven products and services. Led the design, development, and implementation of complex data science projects, leveraging advanced analytical techniques and machine learning algorithms. Assisted indata-informed decision making by conducting in-depth analysis of large and complex datasets to uncover insights and drive. Key Highlights:► Leveraged Python, FastAPI, Dask, Terraform, React, and ArgoCD to deploy data science and R&D algorithms, enabling scalable and efficient data-driven solutions.► Designed and developed microservices, enhancing data analysis capabilities and decision-making processes for logistics analytics applications.► Created powerful data science tools such as Jupyter Hub, Amazon RedShift, and Dask Gateway, empowering data scientists with advanced analysis capabilities.► Educated data scientists on software development best practices and principles, enhancing their proficiency in delivering high-quality and maintainable code.

Developed efficient ELT processes using Prefect and dbt. Streamlined data extraction, loading, and transformation, resulting in improved data workflows and enhanced analytical capabilities. Created Terraform scripts to automate the provisioning of Azure resources and optimize infrastructure deployment. Conducted due diligence during the acquisition of CTCue, effectively mitigating risks and ensuring proper transition for the organization. Established and organized Quantum Computing Guild, a platform dedicated to fostering knowledge sharing and driving innovation within the team and across the organization.Key Highlights:► Led US launch preparation of CTCue, facilitating a memorable market introduction.► Established a secure connection between AWS and Azure accounts using Prisma Cloud CSPM, bolstering cloud security and compliance measures.► Integrated NestJS TypeScript back-end with SAML IdP, enabling smooth and secure user authentication.► Integrated CTCue into IQVIA's product portfolio, expanding offerings and driving business growth.► Architected the cloud migration of an on-premises product to Azure and AWS, improving scalability and reducing infrastructure costs.► Designed and implemented the authorization layer for IQVIA's ACoE microservices platform, ensuring secure and controlled resource access.► Cultivated robust partnerships with key vendors (AWS, Azure, Prefect) and internal teams to streamline operations and unlocked respective synergies.► Initiated the establishment of the IQVIA Quantum Computing Guild, fostering innovation and exploration in emerging technologies.► Formally recognized with numerous accolades, monetary compensation, and recognition awards, highlighting exceptional contributions to the organization.

Documented the architecture for multiple IQVIA software products, ensuring clarity and facilitating smooth development processes. Orchestrated harmonious collaboration of various teams, both within and outside my department and business units, ensuring efficient software development activities.► Championed smooth access to valuable EMR data from healthcare organizations by engineering HL7 Bulk FHIR API and OHDSI OMOP CDM pipelines for efficient ingestion of electronic medical/health records (EMR/EHR) into the Precision Recruitment Platform.► Implemented robust information security standards using the infrastructure as-code approach with Terraform configuration, safeguarding patient data and protecting IQVIA's reputation.► Presented comprehensive product architecture to IQVIA's technology leadership, incorporating valuable feedback from peer reviews to continually enhance the product's overall design.► Coordinated with the operations team to deploy GPU Kubernetes cluster and integrated machine learning tools such as DeterminedAI and MLflow, empowering data scientists to execute and monitor machine learning experiments and training runs with enhanced efficiency compared to manual processes.

Architected, developed, and deployed a platform for running disease detection models on electronic medical records (EMR) based on XGBoost, PyTorch, Tensorflow, and SK learn against flat CSV files which helped to refine product vision and provided data points for decision intelligence around future architecture. Used Docker, HashiCorp Nomad, Vault, Apache Airflow, Python, and Flask to develop and deploy this platform.Coached developers and data scientists on SOLID principles and unit testing best practices (mocking and isolation) which resulted in better code quality.

Supplemented an off-shore tech team with AI/ML expertise.Key Highlights:► Advised the leadership and technology teams on machine learning, artificial intelligence, and automation► Developed a proof of concept staff matching artificial intelligence based on LambdaMART algorithm► Provided data mining suggestions to the development team

Assisted the founder in opening a US branch which enabled more business from existing international customers and new business from US customers.Key Highlights:► Formed the corporation in the US► Developed strategic partnerships with vendors like JobAndTalent and Shift Gig► Opened company bank accounts

Consulted for a number of top-shelf clients of TEKsystems.

Spearheaded the rewriting of the Metabolon spectrogram analysis software, leveraging C# .NET Core, WPF, and Redux.NET, in response to continuous user feedback. This transformative effort resulted in a remarkable enhancement of the user experience while empowering the software engineering team toseamlessly introduce new features with utmost stability and scalability. Key Highlights:► Engineered an ASP .NET Core-based file notification service that effectively monitors Thermo Fisher Mass Spectrometer output, generating Apache Kafka messages upon detection of new RAW files.► Empowered statisticians through comprehensive training in the R unit testing framework, testthat, and the development of REST APIs; saved valuable hours of manual efforts for enhanced productivity.► Transformed a data science prototype into a scalable web service utilizing Python and Flask-RESTPlus interface.► Simplified software updates for internal users by creating Helm charts for microservices, significantly reducing deployment complexity and time, while ensuring timely software updates.

Contributed to effective integration of PMML machine learning models for risk scoring and mortality into the IBM Flexible Analytics product, resulting in a significant improvement in the quality of insights delivered by the system.Key Highlights:► Enhanced the deployability of the product by leveraging Kubernetes and IBM Cloud Private, enabling seamless and efficient large-scale deployments of the offering.► Collaborated with Truven Health software engineers to enhance scalability of Patient Financial Data analytics for IBM Flexible Analytics offering, leveraging Apache Spark Dataset API, Apache Spark UDF, and Java.

► Released IBM Flexible Analytics product to demo environments using Ansible which allowed other teams to test and integrate the software as part of a larger Truven Health/IBM Watson Health ecosystem.► Enhanced IBM Flexible Analytics product performance and stability. I used Spring MVC, Apache Knox, SPSS, Liquibase, and HDFS when working on this phase of the product.

► Developed a front-end for a wizard-like tool that compiled an estimated bill of materials (BOM) for beginner network design engineers within Cisco IoT based on facility specifications (industry, area, rooms #, etc). The tool saved hours of work by applying a template of BOM to user input. I used Angular JS, PDFMaker, and Cisco's version of Twitter Bootstrap framework to create this tool.► Designed and implemented an admin tool that allowed expert network design engineers to prepare questionnaires using a visual graph editor and forms. Questionnaires were used in gathering information needed by BOM estimator tool in order to compile a bill of materials. This tool saved network engineers hours of manual calculations. I used Angular JS, Joint JS, and Laravel PHP framework to develop this application.► Enabled user analytics using Piwik, custom-made feedback forms, and NLP tools for analysis of user feedback text which allowed system administrators to apply a data-driven approach to product development.

► Implemented event-driven microservices using Scala, Akka, JMS, Docker, and FIX format to deliver quotes and quote requests between the bank and customers. This effort automated a manual process and improved operating efficiency for the bank.► Created an admin GUI for a real-time equity pricing application that reduced maintenance effort of adding new data to the application. I used Angular JS, Express JS, and Node JS for this project.► Designed and developed an authentication gateway using Web SSO and Apache Camel which provided easy way of enforcing authentication by restricting access through a single point of entry.► Assisted my team with setting up a WebSocket backend service using Netty► Set up automated CI/CD pipelines using TeamCity and IBM UrbanCode Deploy which resulted in the team saving hours of manual deployment time.► Represented my team in dealing with information security department and compiled necessary data for compliance approval, firewall rules, and production systems access.

► Led development of an internal database monitoring tool which reduced the time database administrators spent in querying various database systems across the enterprise. We used Angular JS, Spring MVC, Oracle PSQL, and Chef to develop this tool.► Performed software design and discovery activities for enhancement of various applications in my team's portfolio which helped the team to plan and estimate work more efficiently and resulted in the team making their sprint commitments.► Provided Tier 3 support for a portfolio of production Red Hat applications such as Red Hat Network and Subscription Manager as part of a weekly rotation. My relentless efforts resulted in many tickets being closed in a timely fashion.

Engaged in a bet to provide a personal finance management tool called Cinch that was designed to compete with Mint.com in a niche market of young investors. The bet resulted in company making multiple discoveries that helped to refine the young investor strategy. I was a tech lead for this bet and worked as a full-stack engineer using Backbone.JS, Spring MVC, and Java.

► Assisted PI Technology teams in rewriting Fidelity.com navigation bar with latest JavaScript, HTML5, and SCSS/SASS technology which made the navigation bar more user and mobile friendly.► Enabled content management components with responsive design to improve accessibility of Fidelity.com content pages.

Helped PI Technology teams rewrite Mutual Funds Evaluator application with JavaScript MVC and HTML5 which enabled users to access the application on Mac computers, Android tablets, and iPads.