Engineering leader specializing in building and scaling distributed systems, technical organizations, and go-to-market strategies. I combine deep technical expertise in system architecture and engineering practices with proven executive leadership experience, having scaled teams from early-stage through rapid growth phases while maintaining operational excellence.As VP of Engineering at Bowery Farming, I led a comprehensive technical transformation spanning cloud infrastructure, data platforms, and mission-critical systems. I built and led multiple engineering teams that delivered scalable solutions handling millions of transactions while reducing operational costs by 45%. My teams developed enterprise-grade distributed systems integrating cloud services, IoT networks, and automated workflows that drove the company's expansion.I excel at solving complex technical challenges while maintaining strategic business alignment. My expertise includes:- Distributed Systems Architecture & Scalability- Technical Strategy & Engineering Excellence- Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering- Development Culture & Team Building- Product Strategy & Business IntegrationCurrently focused on advising select early-stage startups on technical architecture, engineering organization design, and product strategy. I help companies build robust technical foundations and engineering cultures that enable rapid, sustainable growth while avoiding common scaling pitfalls.I'm particularly interested in collaborating with founders and teams working on challenging technical problems that require both architectural insight and strategic guidance.