I lead the Digital API Platforms and Plans teams, which include API, SRE, API Platforms and Plans.

I lead a dynamic team of engineers in the development and management of APIs that power the dashboard, including an additional web and mobile product. My role involves driving the architecture and technology choices that enable scalable, high-quality APIs. I work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our APIs meet business requirements and provide a seamless user experience.My expertise in AWS serverless products like DynamoDB and Lambda has been instrumental in building scalable and efficient systems. I have a proven track record of successfully transitioning legacy systems to AWS, significantly enhancing system reliability and performance.

Responsible for the workflow of the common API team, which handles the enterprise APIs for Ally. Scaled the common API team to 13 people, including promotions of individual contributors to tech leads. Provided feedback to develop both tech leads and individual contributors.Implemented new processes for work intake and grooming that allows for clearer direction to developers. Led the process of implementing shared logging libraries in two languages (Java/Node.js) that reduce debugging time and can be used in any Ally application.Led the teams to building out new event driven architecture and migrated from Java to Node.js microservices using AWS Lambdas and DynamoDB.Work with the product owner to prioritize work and determine needed capacity to deliver features on time.

Manage the work intake and work breakdown of a team of 5 developers. Implemented a more thorough code review process allowing more familiarity with complex codebases. Built an API using AWS Lambda & Serverless Aurora in 8 hours responsible for allowing visitors who have filled out a COVID self-attestation form. Led hiring efforts for the Common API team. Led the design and development of the first event driven API in AWS using Lambda, DynamoDB, and SQS.

Manage three engineering teams (3 direct and 16 indirect reports) for the enforcement product. Hold 1:1 meetings with team leads and engineers.Provide technical strategy and direction to each team.Work with the product organization to schedule and develop the strategy of bringing the features to completion.Work with the engineering leadership to streamline the engineering department and implement or update new strategies.Interview and give input on hiring new engineers and team leads.

Lead an agile team of engineers responsible for building out microservice APIs and user interfaces. Scaled a team of 4 engineers to a group of 16.Work with the product team to build out two week sprints of features & tasks.Assist with the hiring process by screening developers and evaluating coding challenges.Assist with architecture and planning of migrating monolithic application to modern serverless application.Technologies used: Node.js, React, Python, AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, Kinesis, SNS)

Lead daily scrum with development teamLead bi-weekly scrum meetingsPrioritize backlog & feature developmentHands on development in ES6/7 JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, & Python, with MongoDB and Postgres databases.Update and configure Docker containers.

Application & reporting development with Django, PostgreSQL, Pandas, Metabase & React.Implemented reporting engine to view global stats for all clients, and embedded reports for all clients.Leads weekly React + ES6 training session with product team.

Responsible for all framework & code library decisions, and migrating legacy jQuery codebase to React & Redux integrated with Magento. Communicates with offshore team to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner. Built deployment script to handle quick and efficient code deployments with Git. Refactored old broken code to more efficient & modern structure for faster page loading & removed errors.Built a custom image scraping application to move vendor images to in-house servers for faster image viewing.Wrote a Python API application with an AngularJS UI for integrations with marketing channels and real-time abandoned shopping cart recovery.

Oversaw web development for the Camel.com team. Responsible for all code deployments, code reviews for front end developers and back end developers, and full stack development. Languages, libraries & frameworks include Laravel, PHP, Javascript, jQuery, Node.js & React. Made the decision to move from jQuery code base to React and use a single page application architecture.Managed Git repo and deploys code using Capistrano to a load balanced environment including five web servers and two application servers.Writes scripts in Node.js & Bash for workflow automation, in house bots, and image minification.

Maintained, project managed, and developed four Magento ecommerce stores and all microsites.Responsible for all software purchases and choosing the ERP & EDI software.Managed internet marketing team, including SEO, social media, display ads & email marketing, increasing sales through all methods.Oversaw in house software development used for managing the picking and shipping of 350,000+ items per month.Doubled website revenue within eight months of being hired.Developed and maintained the internal age verification service to ensure legal compliance in all states.Implemented affiliate program through ShareASale that increased revenue by 15% in the first month.Analyzed analytics data to make sure marketing campaigns were effective.Planned and managed mobile application development with offshore developers for Android & iOS.Maintained company wide network of website, email & file servers, ensuring optimal work flow for all users.Maintains security of company infrastructure, ensuring websites and network are safe.Developed in house applications for internal use using PHP, Javascript, HTML & CSS.Managed and built the integration with store POS systems & websites with company ERP system.Manage the company’s in-house VOIP server.

On All Eight focuses on helping startups get off the ground by helping build websites, setup the company, and market their products.

Managed the mobile adwords team, optimized mobile marketing campaigns.

Managed client PPC & SEO accounts. Developed small websites.

Managed pay per click campaigns for local businesses throughout the country.

Tradeshow exhibit sales.