Ownership of architecture, integration, and operational reliability across production platforms, vendor systems, and live environments.
Operational Systems Leadership
Technical Foundations
My technical foundation began in 2015 through competitive robotics, where I advanced into lead engineer and programmer responsibilities. That early exposure to real constraints—hardware limits, timing, reliability, and failure modes—established how I approach systems to this day.
Alongside robotics, I began building and operating software independently, developing and monetizing game servers using C++, Lua, and Python. Those early projects introduced me to system ownership: designing solutions, supporting users, resolving failures, and maintaining reliability under live conditions.
In 2018, I formalized that experience through focused education in software engineering, completing an Associate degree in Business at Highline College and a Bachelor’s degree in Software Development at Green River College. This combination strengthened both my technical depth and my ability to operate within business and operational constraints.
Today, my work centers on owning and operating production systems—integrating security, performance, and reliability across live environments. I approach software not as isolated code, but as systems that must function under real-world pressure, where decisions have consequences and stability matters.
Leadership, Mentorship & Professional Development
In addition to my professional responsibilities, I maintain active involvement in technical mentorship and leadership development. I have supported and guided emerging technologists through organizations including FIRST Robotics League, LEO Organization, and MINT (Mentors in Tech), working with students and early-career professionals across software development, robotics, CAD design, and technical career progression.
Through MINT, I mentor early-career engineers and technologists, providing structured guidance on skill development, career planning, and navigating complex technical environments. These engagements emphasize practical problem-solving, professional accountability, and long-term career sustainability.
Alongside mentorship, I have built and operated small-scale technical ventures that strengthened my understanding of system ownership and business operations. Beginning in 2016, I developed and monetized a game server using Lua and Python, gaining early exposure to production support, user management, and operational reliability. In 2019, I launched a 3D printing business, BattlePrintUSA, achieving strong ROI while building and managing a client base exceeding 2,000 records. This experience required hands-on ownership of full-stack systems, CAD workflows, automation, and customer-facing operations.
Throughout these efforts, I have maintained continuous self-directed technical development—ranging from web systems and database design to automation solutions supporting real client use cases. These experiences reinforced a leadership mindset centered on ownership, reliability, and practical execution rather than experimentation alone.
Through mentorship and applied entrepreneurship, I focus on developing people, strengthening systems, and contributing durable solutions within technical and operational environments.
Outside of formal technical work, I maintain hands-on engagement with physical systems and practical problem-solving. I regularly work with embedded platforms such as Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi, applying software concepts to real-world hardware constraints. I also value craftsmanship-driven work, including woodworking, where precision, planning, and execution directly influence outcomes.
I stay connected to interactive systems through gaming communities, which reinforce systems thinking, optimization, and iterative improvement. Beyond technical pursuits, I prioritize time in structured outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and long-distance motorcycle riding—environments that demand situational awareness, planning, and personal accountability.
These experiences reinforce discipline, perspective, and focus—qualities that directly translate into my professional work. Maintaining balance outside the screen enables clearer decision-making, sustained performance, and a pragmatic approach to solving complex technical problems.