About Me — Who I Am
I am an Executive Technology Leader and CTO with a proven track record of driving enterprise transformation at scale. My career has been defined by bridging the gap between technical strategy and business value—scaling global platforms at Anywhere Real Estate, building high-volume consumer marketplaces at Zillow Group, and leading platform modernization at New Western. Beyond the code, I focus on building scalable systems, empowering cross-discipline teams, and delivering user-focused products. This fusion of rigorous systems thinking and collaborative leadership allows me to build not just scalable software, but high-performance engineering cultures. I specialize in aligning engineering execution with organizational goals, turning complex technical challenges into market-defining products.
Overview
I believe that the integration of AI is fundamentally reshaping how IT, engineering, product, and design teams collaborate and innovate. We are moving from siloed execution to AI-augmented workflows that accelerate discovery, automate routine complexity, and amplify human creativity. My approach centers on leveraging these shifts to build adaptive systems and empowered teams that can deliver value faster and more precisely than ever before.
My Working Style
Core Archetype
"Reforming Observer"—analytical, objective, and deeply focused on structural quality.
INTJ (The Architect)
Strategic, systems-first mindset—valuing logic, efficiency, and long-term vision. I optimize workflows and architect scalable solutions from first principles.
Working Style Analysis
Conscious (Adapting) vs Less Conscious (Natural)
This alignment shows a professional shift towards Cool Blue (Precision) and Fiery Red (Action), prioritizing data and results.
Professional Leadership & Impact
Strategic Leadership
Aligning technical strategy with business goals to drive enterprise transformation and sustainable growth.
Related Projects
Platform Architecture
Designing robust, scalable ecosystems that ensure security, reliability, and product velocity.
Related Projects
Product Engineering
Unifying engineering, design, and product vision to deliver exceptional, user-centric digital experiences.
Related Projects
Skills & Expertise
Executive Strategy & Operations
- Digital Transformation & Change Management
- P&L, Budgeting & Strategic Negotiations
- Engineering Org Design & Team Building
- M&A Technical Due Diligence
- Board Advisory & Stakeholder Relations
Cloud, Security & Infrastructure
- AWS Ecosystem & Cloud-Native Architecture
- Enterprise Security & Compliance (SOC2, NIST-800-53)
- Scalable Distributed Systems
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/IaC)
- High-Availability / Disaster Recovery
AI & Intelligent Automation
- AI/ML Strategy & Integration
- Intelligent Process Automation
- Data Platform Architecture
- LLM Application & Fine-Tuning
- Algorithm Design & Optimization
Product & Market Strategy
- Product-Market Fit & Unit Economics
- Marketplace Dynamics & Growth
- Enterprise SaaS & B2B/B2C Platforms
- User-Centric Product Design
- Go-to-Market Technical Alignment
Technical Mastery
- Languages: C, C++, C#, TypeScript, Go
- High-Performance Computing
- Event-Driven Microservices
- Legacy System Modernization
- Real-Time Data Streaming
Strategic Philosophy
My approach to complex problem solving and system architecture is rooted in three core phases:
Core Phases
- Research & Understanding: Explore every angle and articulate the full landscape of a problem.
- Thoughtful Planning: Map out structured, aligned strategies before execution.
- Disciplined Execution: Deliver solutions that are robust, reliable, and crafted with intentional oversight.
Career & Technical Journey
Chief Technology Officer
New WesternPresentLeading the vision and execution of the company’s technology platform — driving innovation in real estate investing through improved accessibility, process efficiency, and digital product experiences. Overseeing modernization of web platforms, API ecosystems, and customer-centric workflows. Driving innovation around process automation, data tooling, and cross-team collaboration.
Director of Software Engineering
Anywhere Real EstatePreviousLed global core engineering teams responsible for foundational services powering all brands. Designed and delivered scalable, multi-tenant core services operating across 119 countries. Championed low-ops / no-ops and serverless architectures to reduce operational overhead.
Engineering Manager
LeaflyPreviousLed the Audience Journey team for high-traffic public platforms. Delivered SEO, structured data, performance, and availability improvements.
Senior Software Engineer
Zillow GroupPreviousBuilt scalable microservices, real-time systems, and data platforms. Played a key role in Premiere Agent platforms and analytics.
Foundational Roles
Various1999 - 2016Developed deep technical and systems expertise across a breadth of roles including Lead Programmer, Systems Architect, Systems Manager, Software Analyst, and DevOps Engineer. Worked at firms including The GDR Group, AT&T broadband migration teams, jWeb, and 501 Creative partnerships.