Jan 2022 – May 2025 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Lafayette, Colorado, United States · Remote

• Developed features for the flagship New York Times iOS app, refactored complex legacy code for improved maintainability and performance, collaborated in cross-team engineering initiatives, and contributed to technical standards and system readiness efforts.
• Led a 6-month cross-functional initiative to identify and resolve major performance issues affecting native iOS code, hybrid HTML views, and backend dependencies, coordinating efforts across multiple teams and stakeholder groups to improve app responsiveness and reliability.
• Co-led an organization-wide GenAI Community of Practice (CoP) to improve education, discoverability, and knowledge sharing around the internal exploration and appropriate application of Generative AI technologies across teams and systems.

May 2021 – Jan 2022 · 8 mos · Lafayette, Colorado, United States

• Developed and maintained features for the LumiHealth iOS app (Swift, SwiftUI), a large-scale health engagement platform built in partnership with Apple and the Government of Singapore.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support over 100,000 monthly active users, focusing on app stability, user engagement, and health-related feature delivery.
• Ensured engineering alignment with privacy, compliance, and performance standards across organizational and international stakeholders.

Aug 2018 – May 2021 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Greater Denver Area

• Led development and architecture of Muse’s Meditation Studio iOS app and its supporting cloud infrastructure using Swift and Ruby on Rails.
• Designed and implemented backend services across GCP and AWS, enabling scalable delivery of meditation content and real-time user analytics.
• Collaborated with senior leadership and external partners to define and deliver technical solutions aligned with evolving business and product requirements.
• Provided hands-on technical leadership across mobile and web teams, ensuring maintainability of legacy systems while introducing architectural improvements to support long-term growth.

Dec 2017 – Dec 2025 · 8 yrs · Lafayette, CO · Remote

• Operate a boutique engineering consultancy specializing in iOS, full stack web, and AI-enhanced solutions. Partner with clients to design, build, and automate digital products from prototype to launch, emphasizing maintainable architecture and measurable results.
• Recent work includes implementing generative AI and agentic automation within mobile and web ecosystems — embedding LLM-powered capabilities into mobile and web apps and building intelligent automation pipelines that connect app experiences with backend systems.
• Led the transition of a startup iOS meditation app from a paid to subscription model, and guided its successful acquisition and integration into Muse, resulting in sustained growth and improved user engagement.

Nov 2016 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 2 mos · Lafayette, Colorado

• Led iOS development for a suite of applications supporting a custom IoT platform for Herman Miller’s sit/stand desks, including REST and BLE frameworks used across multiple mobile products.
• Architected and implemented integrations between iOS apps, BLE-enabled hardware, and proprietary cloud APIs, working closely with a multi-vendor team to align mobile and IoT infrastructure.
• Designed and developed a custom Apple TV (tvOS) app to support real-time sales demos by interfacing with BLE-connected furniture hardware.
• Collaborated directly with embedded systems teams to perform hands-on firmware testing, debugging, and hardware interface validation.

Sep 2014 – Nov 2016 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Greater Denver Area

• Developed and maintained iOS and tvOS applications for clients across industries, including Hunter Douglas, using Swift and Objective-C.
• Architected integrations between mobile apps and proprietary IoT platforms, enabling remote control and automation of connected home devices.
• Implemented seamless data synchronization and offline support API for mobile applications using services such as iCloud, CloudKit, AWS, Parse, and Heroku.
• Built custom Ruby on Rails CMS tools to manage and distribute dynamic JSON content for mobile applications.

Feb 2009 – Sep 2014 · 5 yrs 7 mos · Westerville, OH

• Developed native iOS applications for enterprise clients and App Store distribution, delivering interactive tools for major pharmaceutical brands including Eli Lilly, Abbott Labs, and Bayer.
• Defined application architecture and technical requirements based on business objectives, collaborating with design and strategy teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Built interactive kiosk and desktop experiences using Adobe Flash/Flex/AIR technologies, integrating multimedia content and dynamic data sources.
• Designed and implemented custom CMS and web services to manage content delivery across mobile and Flash-based platforms.
• Led adoption of MVC-based frameworks and modernized development workflows for internal teams.
• Delivered standards-compliant websites and web apps using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring cross-platform consistency and accessibility.

May 2008 – Dec 2008 · 7 mos

• Defined technology stack and development approach across multiple client web projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines.
• Designed site architecture and created interactive wireframes to guide user experience and development planning.
• Delivered visually compelling interfaces using Adobe Creative Suite tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash.
• Developed standards-compliant HTML and CSS templates and integrated them into open source content management systems.

Mar 2007 – Nov 2007 · 8 mos · Columbus, Ohio Area

• Oversaw all internal technology systems, including MIS, communications infrastructure, and digital collaboration tools.
• Led development and maintenance of the company’s public website, intranet, and extranet, ensuring strong SEO performance and platform stability.
• Implemented and administered integrated customer relationship and homebuilding management software to support sales and operations.

Nov 2006 – Mar 2007 · 4 mos · Columbus, Ohio Area

• Developed and enhanced components for a university-wide web application used to manage faculty Curriculum Vitae data and academic profiles.
• Investigated and prototyped modernizing legacy modules using Adobe Flex and Rich Internet Application (RIA) methodologies to improve maintainability and user experience.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to evaluate feasibility of migrating features to more interactive, scalable platforms.

Sep 2004 – Feb 2006 · 1 yr 5 mos · Columbus, Ohio Area

• Managed sales and marketing efforts for a planned 1,000+ unit mixed-use residential development in Columbus, Ohio.
• Created and maintained print and digital marketing materials, supporting both online lead generation and in-person customer engagement.
• Built and maintained a custom extranet system to manage prospective buyer data and streamline internal communications.

Mar 2003 – Feb 2009 · 5 yrs 11 mos · Columbus, Ohio Area

• Designed and developed custom websites and applications for clients across industries, providing full-stack development, UX design, and technical consulting.
• Delivered tailored digital solutions using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and open source CMS platforms.
• Launched and monetized an urban real estate portal in Columbus, Ohio by converting a personal blog into a local advertising and property listing platform.

Jul 2001 – Mar 2003 · 1 yr 8 mos · Columbus, Ohio Area

• Taught ten-week evening courses in the Multimedia Production Technology program, focusing on practical applications of digital design and development tools.
• Delivered instruction on topics ranging from multimedia fundamentals to hands-on training in Adobe Flash, Dreamweaver, and Freehand.
• Supported student learning through project-based coursework and real-world software use cases in web and multimedia production.

Jun 1997 – Jan 2003 · 5 yrs 7 mos · Columbus, Ohio Area

• Designed, developed, and maintained custom websites and web applications for clients across industries, supporting both internal departments and external partners.
• Managed full project lifecycle—from proposal and scoping through front-end design and back-end implementation using HTML, CSS, and relational databases.
• Produced and optimized digital media assets, including graphics, video, and audio, for web delivery and cross-platform compatibility.
• Administered the company’s web server infrastructure and led a team of three junior developers, ensuring delivery consistency and performance.

Nov 1991 – Apr 1995 · 3 yrs 5 mos

• Conducted maintenance and inspections on AH-64A Apache helicopter systems, supporting flight readiness under field and garrison conditions.
• Maintained aircraft records and executed fueling, cleaning, and servicing tasks in accordance with Army aviation standards.
• Participated in extended field exercises and weapons training, contributing to team preparedness and mission readiness.
• Completed deployments to Ft. Knox (KY), Fulda (Germany), and Ft. Carson (CO); honorably discharged in 1995.