As the first software engineering hire, I've been instrumental in architecting and implementing Guac's entire tech stack from the ground up. My responsibilities include:- Architecting and implementing a scalable, cloud-based infrastructure on GCP, encompassing microservices, databases, and robust security measures- Leading technical decisions and product strategy, aligning customer needs with long-term vision and market demands- Establishing and maintaining DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and comprehensive monitoring systems- Developing high-performance backend services using FastAPI and event-driven architecture, ensuring scalability and maintainability- Creating responsive web applications with Next.js/React and a cross-platform mobile app using React Native- Designing and implementing secure authentication and data access control systems- Contributing to the design and implementation of a distributed computing solution, enhancing our capability for processing large datasets efficiently

- Led a team implementing data projects for a major EV charging manufacturer, driving strategic initiatives across supply chain optimisation, financial reporting, and reliability improvements- Contributed to C-suite level steering committees, aligning project roadmaps with business priorities to maximise ROI- Mentored junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and enhancing team performance

- Architected and implemented high-performance data pipelines using PySpark and Python, processing terabytes of data daily- Optimised existing ETL pipelines, resulting in a 60% reduction in cloud infrastructure costs- Designed and implemented robust monitoring systems and health alerts, ensuring high uptime for mission-critical data pipelines- Developed responsive, data-rich applications using TypeScript and React, translating complex business requirements into actionable insights- Collaborated closely with client stakeholders to iterate on solutions, bridging the gap between technical capabilities and business needs

Independently designed and implemented critical internal tools, including a comprehensive customer support dashboard and a real-time fraud monitoring system. Significantly enhanced customer support efficiency and fraud response times, directly improving customer outcomes and engineering productivity.

Managed complex subsea packages worth up to $50M for greenfield oil and gas developments. Coordinated with cross-functional teams and external contractors to ensure successful design, manufacture, and offshore installation. Led continuous process improvements, incorporating lessons learned to enhance project execution efficiency and safety.