Jun 2024 – Aug 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos · Remote

• Sole developer on a high-traffic data platform, owning ingestion, storage, and rendering at scale. Bootstrapped initial implementation in Webflow, then migrated to a custom infrastructure to bypass platform limits. Engineered optimized data paths to render full datasets in under 250ms. Integrated multiple third-party APIs into a unified operational database. Collaborated with SEO team to implement search optimizations. Supported a high-volume external React app, maintained legacy systems until migration cutover, and provided on-call support for production incidents.

May 2021 – Nov 2021 · 6 mos

• Designed a hybrid monolith/microservices architecture aligning with product boundaries. Spearheaded QuickBooks integration via Autofy, improving financial data accuracy and timeliness. Facilitated cross-team architectural kickoffs, proposed multiple scalable solutions, and delivered using Laravel, Node.js, and React.

Jan 2021 – Jun 2024 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Remote

• Architected and led the technical direction of Gravity, a SaaS platform serving thousands of founders and generating multi-million-dollar annual revenue. Reduced annual SaaS costs by $120K+ by replacing Thinkific with an in-house solution. Accelerated feature delivery by 30–40% by modernizing the build pipeline (React → HTMX). Introduced automated testing across backend and frontend, cutting bugs by ~50%. Directed architecture, deployments, and 24/7 production support while shipping 100+ end-to-end features both independently and with a team of 3 developers.

Sep 2020 – Oct 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo · Vancouver

• Directed a team of 8 engineers across backend, frontend, and DevOps. Led React-based development and architected solutions using AWS, GraphQL (Apollo), MySQL, and Node.js. Overhauled legacy functionality, improved team processes, and contributed to hiring and product roadmapping.

Mar 2020 – Mar 2023 · 3 yrs · Remote

• Architected a 3D processing pipeline in AWS + Terraform integrated with an existing Java CRM, enabling enterprise brands like Sephora, Guess, and Louis Vuitton to upload and process 3D assets. Scaled deployment from 2 specialized engineers to 200+ developers by modernizing infrastructure. Standardized onboarding using Docker, cutting setup time from 3 days to under 1 hour. Evaluated $10M+ vendor acquisitions and presented company-wide technical solutions to 200+ employees.

Jan 2019 – Dec 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos

• Expanded rescue network coverage by integrating 10+ shelter APIs. Boosted Lighthouse performance scores from 20 to 80+, improving retention and search ranking. Standardized Docker-based workflows and eliminated redundant tools to increase delivery speed. Contributed to strategic planning and developer leadership.

Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 · 2 yrs · Vancouver, Canada Area

• Optimized AWS infrastructure to handle 4.2M+ daily pageviews with 99.99% uptime. Improved site load times and responsiveness through targeted audits. Developed custom vanilla JS libraries, maintained iOS/Android apps for feature parity, and improved SEO rankings. Introduced CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins → custom), accelerating deployment cycles.

Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 · 1 yr

• Designed architectures for client projects with 99.99% uptime SLAs. Interfaced with executives to align technical and business goals. Notable projects included an app deployment system for Jaguar/Land Rover vehicles and the CATSA/ACTSA website.

Jun 2013 – Jan 2016 · 2 yrs 7 mos

• Led teams of up to 13 developers, mentoring juniors to mid-level. Partnered with DevOps to introduce AWS, Docker, Jenkins, and Kubernetes practices. Delivered mobile apps and major deployments for clients including Jaguar/Land Rover. Frequently resolved critical Linux/Apache production issues.

Jun 2015 – Dec 2016 · 1 yr 6 mos

• Managed the premium PHP channel, sourcing contributors, guiding content development, and producing educational materials for a global developer community.

Jan 2015 – Dec 2016 · 1 yr 11 mos

• Delivered features for an ASP.NET platform and client websites. Built custom Node.js-based conversion tools for digital media. Converted hardcover media to HTML/CSS/JS manually and programmatically.

Jun 2014 – Dec 2015 · 1 yr 6 mos

• Modernized hospitality booking systems by refactoring PHP into Laravel and implementing front-end enhancements. Maintained and deployed on AWS EC2 & RDS.

Jan 2014 – Dec 2015 · 1 yr 11 mos

• Developed a Drupal 6/7 REST API and Angular components for Symantec/Norton forums. Led front-end development and deployment for a major community platform.

Jan 2012 – Dec 2014 · 2 yrs 11 mos

• Built an automated media processing pipeline for audio/video content, reducing manual work by 20+ hours per week. Oversaw Drupal development for flagship sites.

Jan 2012 – Jan 2012 · 0 mo

• Acted as team lead and architect on multiple projects, including a major initiative to expand a health insurance quoting engine. Led a team of up to 5 developers, focusing heavily on scalable JavaScript-based front-end solutions.

Jan 2002 – Jan 2005 · 3 yrs · Hybrid

• Led development and maintenance of a custom PHP e-commerce platform for one of Canada’s largest paintball retailers. Scaled the platform to handle high traffic and millions in annual revenue.