Technical Team Lead
Current• Lead cross-functional teams of 2-4 data scientists and full stack developers to successfully deliver over 10 proofs of concept and two larger-scale pilots utilizing cutting-edge AI and ML technology (i.e. LLMs, RAG framework)• Communicate effectively with senior leadership, turning findings from proof of concept work into actionable insights to inform corporate strategy• Build Emerging Technology Group by managing resume screening and interviews for ML engineer and full-stack developer contract positions, ensuring alignment with business needs• Led an intensive research initiative to identify and summarize internal capabilities essential for Co-Pilot development. Shared findings with offshore team to accelerate project development• Conducted due diligence on AI tax capabilities acquired by Vertex• Developed backend document ingestion components for Payroll Pro, successfully taking it from ideation to revenue-generating within 9-month timeframe• Planned and led an internal hackathon in collaboration with Tax Research Modernization, driving innovation and collaboration among Emerging Technology Group