About

Software engineering has never been just a job for me; it is a lifelong pursuit of building systems that matter. With over 15 years of experience—ranging from crafting foundational web architectures for iconic brands to my current deep dive into AI and spec driven development—I have maintained a singular focus: delivering high-value solutions that solve complex real-world problems.

My career began with an under the hood obsession, evidenced by developing custom frameworks in bare JavaScript and building secure SPA platforms for PBI Bank. This deep understanding of the stack allowed me to scale alongside the industry. Whether I was architecting the global Pay Monitor system for Mercer or fast-tracking high-volume data visualizations for QSR during the COVID-19 pandemic, I have always thrived when the stakes are high and the architecture is complex.

For the past four years, I have pivoted my research toward enterprise-scale architectures, Big Data, and the emerging frontier of AI. My background as an IT Director and team lead uniquely positions me to bridge the gap between high-level stakeholder vision and technical execution. I don’t just build tools; I leverage Agentic AI and Specification Driven Development (SDD) to create autonomous, value-maximizing ecosystems.

I am equally comfortable working at the whiteboard or in the IDE, solving problems that require both a big picture architectural lens and a hands-on backend focus. I love this work because it challenges me to constantly evolve. I am looking for a role that demands this level of rigour—a place where my history in microservices and big data can empower the next generation of AI-driven projects.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 502-216-8264

Education

  • Eastern Kentucky University
    Computer Science
    • Maintained the university website using Flash and JavaScript
    • Worked on an early online learning system in JavaScript
    • Visited COMDEX with the Computer Club
    • Created and presented sessions at the yearly campus computer expo.
    • Top 5 fastest time in 55m hurdles
  • Saint Xavier High School
    High School / AP coursework
    • Completed 6 hours of college credit and passed the AP Exam for Pascal
    • Created learning material for future classes
    • Competed in coding competitions
    • 2x State champion and school record holder in track & field
    • Inducted into the Hall of Honors (2008)