With over 9 years of experience as a tech leader and a solutions architect, I lead and empower teams of engineers at The Minnesota Star Tribune, one of the largest and most respected news organizations in the U.S. I hold AWS certifications in solutions architecture and development, and I have extensive expertise in DevOps, Agile, Scrum, web and mobile development, and cloud infrastructure. I am also certified in Terraform.As Cloud Engineering Manager and Software Engineering Manager at the Minnesota Star Tribune, I spearheaded two major transformative projects with tight deadlines: migrating to a new CMS for our newsroom and rebuilding our mobile and web-based applications. I led teams through these critical initiatives, coordinating with vendors and the design and development team at Code and Theory. My role was instrumental in strategizing and executing the re-architecture of our infrastructure, resulting in significant improvements across our digital platforms. Key achievements include implementing a fully responsive design, enhancing cross-platform performance, redesigning our homepage and article pages for better user experience, rebuilding iOS and Android apps, and improving accessibility. These efforts have positioned the Minnesota Star Tribune to deliver an excellent digital news product that keeps Minnesotans informed about their community and the world, reinforcing our commitment to providing the best possible experience for our readers across all devices.As a software engineering manager, I have a proven track record of successfully leading and managing high-performing engineering teams to deliver impactful results. One of my key accomplishments is driving process improvements and optimizing development workflows, resulting in increased team productivity and faster time-to-market for software releases. By implementing Agile methodologies, I have been able to streamline development processes and improve overall software quality.I have also demonstrated expertise in talent development and mentorship, nurturing the growth of individual team members and fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Through regular coaching, goal-setting, and performance feedback sessions, I have helped engineers develop new skills, advance in their careers, and contribute effectively to team goals. Additionally, my ability to align technical initiatives with business objectives has been instrumental in driving product innovation and achieving strategic milestones, ultimately contributing to the overall success of the organization.