Sep 2025 – Present · 9 mos · Orlando, Florida, United States · Remote

• Driving growth in innovative tech products, building cool sh!t, to advance the human future and our integration with technology.
• We partner with start up and scale up businesses, advising on strategy, growth roadmap and cap raising.
• We work across the tech eco system to solve problems in Healthtech and Humanoids.
• Reach me at,
• Tate@FutureX-Digital.com

Feb 2025 – Sep 2025 · 7 mos · Orlando, Florida, United States · Remote

• At Roc Search, we understand people and business. As recruitment specialists, our purpose is to ensure we’re creating limitless opportunities for individuals and companies across the Technology, Engineering, Life Sciences and Public Sector industries.
• Whether it’s permanent, interim, temporary or contract hires, we work with our clients and candidates across the globe, empowering lives through expertise and meaningful connections.
• As a business, we have 3 core focuses:
• Clients who need access to the best talent.
• Candidates looking for the best positions.
• Our RocStar’s careers and wellbeing.
• Myself and my team specialize in sourcing top-tier Embedded Engineers across a wide range of industries and applications. I work closely with professionals who are skilled in areas such as:
• Embedded C/C++ programming
• RTOS (Real-Time Operating Systems) like FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Zephyr
• Microcontroller and microprocessor development (ARM, PIC, AVR, etc.)
• Firmware development and debugging
• Low-level driver development
• Communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, etc.)
• Embedded Linux and Yocto
• Hardware/software integration and board bring-up
• IoT systems and edge computing
• Safety-critical and automotive standards (e.g., MISRA, ISO 26262)
• Whether you're an Embedded Engineer looking for your next challenge or a company seeking specialized talent to drive innovation, we’re here to connect you with the right opportunities and people.

Sep 2024 – Feb 2025 · 5 mos

• I specialize in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Recruitment across the US, with a focus on, Experts, Leaders & Innovators. I recruit for Permanent/Direct Hire and can support, Contract to Perm, and Contract positions. More specifically, I handle the full-cycle recruitment process in the skill sets including, but not limited to:
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Generative AI (GenAI)
• Machine Learning
• Big Data & Data Science
• I am dedicated to attracting the best candidates, making the best matches, and providing top-tier industry expertise. This commitment to service excellence is at the heart of everything we do at Hays.
• We firmly believe that the right job can transform a person’s life, and the right person can transform a business. As part of the #1 most followed recruitment company on LinkedIn, I invite you to follow us here and learn more about our services at www.hays.com.
• Let’s connect and explore how we can transform your recruitment experience!

Nov 2023 – Sep 2024 · 10 mos

• I specialize in Niche IT, Development & Security Staffing across the US. I recruit on Permanent/Direct Hire, Contract to Perm, and Contract positions. More specifically, I lead a dedicated team of Recruiters in the skill sets including, but not limited to:
• Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Big Data & Data Science
• Cybersecurity Management
• Cyber Security Operations & Infrastructure
• Software Development
• Cloud Computing
• Network Engineering
• Database Administration
• Robotics and Automation Engineering
• Blockchain Architecture and Development
• Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) Development
• Semiconductor Engineering:
• Mechanical Facilities
• Electrical Facilities
• Gas & Chemical
• Water Treatment
• Other projects include work with Life Sciences, HR & Finance, Food Safety & Regulation and Sales Execs.

Jan 2023 – Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

• As Co-Chair of the Innovation Lab, my role involves:
• Assisting employees in translating their ideas into viable business plans.
• Seeking budgets and engaging with stakeholders.
• Building strategic frameworks and defining innovative concepts.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to empower employees.
• Implementing effective project management strategies for successful implementation.
• Conducting regular progress reviews and offering constructive feedback.
• Creating a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Developing and delivering training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Recognizing and celebrating employee achievements.
• Establishing communication channels for cross-departmental collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Summary:
• I leverage my leadership and management expertise as Co-Chair of the Innovation Lab to assist employees in translating ideas, secure budgets, build strategies, provide mentorship, implement effective project management, foster a collaborative work environment, deliver training programs, recognize achievements, and establish communication channels for successful innovation.

Sep 2022 – Nov 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos

• I specialize in Cyber Security Staffing and Talent Acquisition in the US. I recruit on Permanent/Direct Hire, Contract to Perm, and Contract positions. More specifically, I lead a dedicated team of Recruiters in the skill sets including, but not limited to:
• DevSecOps
• Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR)
• Security Operations
• SOC Analyst - Level 1 through 3
• Security Architecture & Engineering
• Penetration Testers
• Web Application Security
• SEIM Engineers
• Mobile Security
• Cloud Security
• Malware Engineering
• Reverse Engineering
• WAF Network Engineers
• EndPoint Engineers
• White Hat, Black Hat, Purple Hat, Grey Hat Hacking
• Secure CI/CD
• Security Software Engineering / SDLC
• Security Leadership - CISO, VP, Director, Manager, Lead.

Dec 2021 – Sep 2022 · 9 mos

May 2021 – Dec 2021 · 7 mos

Aug 2020 – May 2021 · 9 mos · United States

• As an Interactive Recruiter, I owned the full-life-cycle of candidate recruitment. From sourcing, thru packaging, and into placement & aftercare. In this role I supported technologies and skillsets including:
• Technical: Tech Director, Tech Lead, Information Architecture (IA), User Experience (UX), HTML, CSS, Flash, JavaScript, Java, .Net, PHP, LAMP, Drupal, MongoDB, Ruby on Rails, Python, SQL-Server, Oracle, MySQL, etc.
• Creative: User Interface (UI) Design / Developer, Art / Creative Directors, Web / Interactive / Visual / Graphic Design, Flash, PowerPoint / Presentation Design, Copywriting, Media / Film / Video Production, Technical Writing and Editing, etc.
• Marketing: Online / Interactive Marketing, Integrated Marketing, SEO, SEM, PPC, Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Bloggers, etc.), Community Managers, Media Planner, Web Analytics, Digital Strategist, etc.
• Mobile: iPhone, iPad, Android, Blackberry, Design and Development, etc.
• Production: Interactive Project Managers (PM), Web Producers, Product Managers, Program Managers, Project Coordinators, Director / Associate Director of Project Management / Production, etc.

Nov 2013 – Oct 2019 · 5 yrs 11 mos

• Assisted in the diagnosis and rectification of faults in gas turbine engines, airframe fuel systems, landing gear/undercarriage systems, rotary wing transmission systems, airframe structure, flying controls, and all associated hydraulic systems (3000psi/240bar). AC/DC power distribution, communication & surveillance systems (HF, VHF, UHF ranges) as well as sonar and radar systems.
• A daily practice of tool control and health and safety procedures as well as quality assessing, including strict legibility of paperwork, independent inspections of colleagues' work post completion prior to signatures and uncompromising attention to detail when following a technical instruction. All work carried out falls under a stringent quality assurance umbrella within a flight safety and flight critical environment.
• I held 1st Signature responsibilities/authority following maintenance or servicing prior to the flight, meaning I could have been the first or last hands and eyes on an aircraft pre or post-flight.
• Enrich junior engineers by mentoring them at work and with their studies to enhance their careers.
• Lead sales/promotion teams at recruitment events and airshows internationally.
• Yearly training in Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), human factors/ergonomics, emergency procedures, diversity & inclusion, and night/day health & safety.
• Also trained as a Trauma Risk Management Practitioner (TRIM).