Thomas Raic

Software Engineer

Mount Sinai, New York, United States15 yrs 8 mos experience

AI ML PractitionerHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Proven ability to drive innovation in software engineering.
Expertise in leading complex large-scale migrations.
Adept at fostering high-performing technical teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and E-commerce expert with a strong focus on mobile and web development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Android DevelopmentFull-stack DevelopmentDeep LearningE-commerce DevelopmentEngineering ManagementMobile DevelopmentPos SystemsAd Technology

Other Skills

AI AgentsAI Development ToolsAd Publishing PlatformAgile DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesAmazon Web Services (AWS)BLE/NFC CommunicationCode Quality ImprovementDatabasesDatadogDesign PatternsGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)GrafanaGraphQLIndustrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

About

A dynamic and results-driven Software Engineer and Engineering Leader with deep expertise in web and mobile engineering, full-stack development, CI / CD pipelines, and software quality assurance. Proven ability to drive innovation, lead complex large-scale migrations, and optimize performance in both enterprise and startup environments. Adept at strategic planning, project management, and team leadership, including hiring, mentoring, and coaching to foster high-performing technical teams. A collaborative problem-solver who aligns cross-functional teams, streamlines operations, and delivers cutting-edge solutions that propel organizational success.

Experience

15 yrs 8 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs 9 mos

Average Tenure

8 mos

Current Experience

Cookunity

Senior Android Engineer, Kitchen Tech

Sep 2025 – Present · 8 mos · Brooklyn, New York, United States · Hybrid

Lead Android development for live production tools using Kotlin, focused on reliability, scalability, and usability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Managers, Chefs, and Operations to build best-in-class kitchen technology systems.
Design, develop, and maintain Android applications that support real-time tracking and optimize kitchen workflows.
Participate in the Ops Engineering R&D squad, exploring emerging technologies and developing prototypes on deep learning tools to improve operations, including Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR).
Translate real-world challenges faced by kitchen staff into intuitive and effective technical solutions.
Contribute to and enhance Live Production Software to drive efficiency and operational excellence.
Ensure high system performance and reliability through best practices in monitoring, logging, and optimization.
Work across full-stack development in LPS backend service.
Leverage AI development tools like Windsurf and Codex AI (Claude Sonnet 4.5) to boost productivity in coding, system architecture, planning, and technical documentation.

KotlinAndroid DevelopmentDeep LearningReal-time TrackingFull-stack Development

Walmart global tech

Senior Engineering Manager | Staff Engineer | Tech Lead

Aug 2021 – Aug 2025 · 4 yrs · Sunnyvale, California, United States

Senior Engineering Manager on Item Page team for Web and Mobile E-commerce apps:
Staff Engineer developing Walmart E-commerce apps from ground up.
Tech Lead on Item Page team implementing product feature initiatives.
Instrumented observability and improved code quality through robust code
review, code coverage, and unit testing.
On-call support monitoring, RTB/KTLO initiatives, & performance improvements.
Captained Holiday Readiness & Events for playbook execution & support.
Improved productivity by 20% using AI agents for code assist and automation.

E-commerce DevelopmentCode Quality ImprovementAI AgentsObservabilityEngineering Management

Shift4

Principal Software Engineer | Staff Engineer | Tech Lead (via acquisition of VenueNext)

Jul 2015 – Sep 2021 · 6 yrs 2 mos · Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

Staff Engineer leading Android Venue Experience and POS teams:
Developed Mobile Ordering apps and SDKs, and ticketing integration.
Payment and POS hardware integrations for Sport Venues and Hotels.
Developed BLE/NFC wireless communication between mobile and ticket scanners.
Managed mobile strategy across client projects including sports and hospitality.

Mobile Ordering AppsPayment IntegrationBLE/NFC CommunicationMobile DevelopmentPOS Systems

Pearson vue

Application Architect | Senior Software Engineer | Tech Lead (contract via Infusion)

Jun 2014 – Jul 2015 · 1 yr 1 mo · Greater New York City Area

Developed Mobile Education app for Pearson, Apple, and City of Los Angeles:
Architected Native iOS and Xamarin learning apps for K–12 Common Core
curriculum.
Directed development for LAUSD/Pearson educational initiative with multiple
Agile teams.
Designed core services in Spring and Java for assessment and content systems.

iOS DevelopmentXamarinAgile DevelopmentMobile Development

Inmobi

Senior Software Engineer | Tech Lead (via acquisition of Sprout)

May 2010 – Mar 2014 · 3 yrs 10 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

Lead team developing Ad publishing platform, SDKs, and Ad network integrations.
Implemented Java/Spring platform and JavaScript SDK for Ad creative integration.
Developed native showcase apps and managed core engineering post acquisition.

Ad Publishing PlatformSDK DevelopmentJava/SpringAd Technology