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FrameBright TechnologyChief Technology Officer

Feb. 2024Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaAs the Co-Founder and CTO of FrameBright,my job is to build the development team, core infrastructure and MVP application for the company, while continuing r&d and partnerships for future products and expansion of the company's services.

Space MetaverseVice President of Engineering

Apr. 2023 - Jul. 2023As the former Vice President of Engineering at Space Metaverse, a company affiliated with SoftVerse, my role involved guiding the development and execution of a comprehensive long-term technological vision. This vision aimed to drive innovation and enhance capabilities across various aspects of the business, including design, consumer testing, e-commerce, infrastructure, data, and personalization. I took on the roll of VP Engineering to help the executive team look to the future. As VP Engineering my duties included: - Working closely with the executives to determine the future of Space while keeping a close eye on it's current state - Building and mentoring the development leadership team - Researching future systems and architectures - Solving integration and development problems - Helping ensure the right balance of development resources to handle the business requirements and service technical debt, while keeping expectations and the vision of the executive team in check - Hands-on development of key systems and assisting the lead developers with architecture - Developing and maintains processes, policies and systems to keep the company safe from loss key talent and to ensure an optimal balance of development speed, transparency and prevention of tech debt

SoftVerse Services (Space Metaverse)VP of Engineering

Sep. 2022 - Apr. 2023Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaDuring my time as Vice President of Engineering at Softverse Services, I embarked on an exciting journey with the goal of enhancing our development team for Space Metaverse, which was the company's most ambitious project to date. In my role as VP of Engineering, I played a leading role in shaping the overall architecture and technical direction of Space Metaverse. My focus was on ensuring that our innovative efforts continually pushed the boundaries of what was achievable in the technology space. My responsibilities encompassed several key areas, including: Architectural Strategy: I worked on crafting a robust and scalable blueprint to guide our talented team of engineers, ensuring we could adapt to the evolving needs of Space Metaverse. Cost Management: I maintained a careful balance of resources, all while remaining committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients and stakeholders. Infrastructure Development: I was responsible for designing and implementing state-of-the-art infrastructure to ensure the seamless functionality of Space Metaverse. Team Building & Leadership: I assembled a diverse and highly skilled team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. Training & Development: I equipped our team with advanced tools and industry insights, encouraging a mindset of lifelong learning and personal development. DevOps Excellence: I streamlined development processes to enhance efficiency, agility, and collaboration across teams. Leveraging my expertise in management, NodeJS, AWS, Solidity, and NextJS, I actively contributed to the development of intricate microservices and service frameworks that formed the backbone of Space Metaverse.

SoftVerse Services (Space Metaverse)Lead Developer

May. 2022 - Sep. 2022Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaAs a Product Owner for the Web 3.0 team, my leadership background and expertise in full stack and blockchain development led me to become the lead engineer for the company. I oversaw hiring, management, architecture, devops, full stack development and provided technical direction for the business. Specifically, I managed the development of Web 3.0 / Blockchain interfacing applications for the Space Metaverse Project. I also supported newer developers and aid in system architecture and development decisions across the organization, with a focus on management, NodeJS, AWS, and Solidity. As a developer I - Designed and built robust and scalable software at a rapid pace required for startups As a lead I - Hired, mentored and managed the performance of the development team - Created, managed and prioritized sprints and user stories, working with stakeholders and analyzing technical debt - Ensured infrastructure resources were being maintained, scaled and cost optimized

SoftVerse Services (Space Metaverse)Product Owner

Mar. 2022 - May. 2022As the product owner for the web3 team at Softverse's Space Metaverse project,my role was to take the vision of the owners, stakeholders and user feedback and convert those needs into a priortized set of instructions for the development team. I helped construct the road map, develop and manage sprints and ran scrum ceremonies. I had to handle and priortize a constant flow of ideas and demands from the executive team, while balancing capacities with the development teams and ensure expectations were set and met correctly.

VR7UALLead Software Developer

Apr. 2021 - Feb. 2024As the lead engineer at VR7UAL, my job was to design and develop the MVP application (a multi-tenant saas based LMS that adheres to strict rules of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation). I handled the architecture and initial development of the product, including: -Full stack development -Cloud and Database Architecture -DevOps -Monitoring I was also in charge of building and managing the team of developers to ensure rapid, stable releases for the platform, which supported hundreds of driver training schools and thousands of concurrent students.

RealmChief Technology Officer

Apr. 2023 - Oct. 2023As Realm regained momentum, I took on the roll of CTO (once again) to help the executive team look to the future of the platform. As CTO my duties included: - Working closely with the executives to determine the future of Realm while keeping a close eye on it's current state - Building and mentoring the development leadership team - Researching future systems and architectures - Solving integration and development problems - Helping ensure the right balance of development resources to handle the business requirements and service technical debt, while keeping expectations and the vision of the executive team in check - Hands-on development of key systems and assisting the lead developers with architecture - Developing and maintains processes, policies and systems to keep the company safe from loss key talent and to ensure an optimal balance of development speed, transparency and prevention of tech debt

RealmLead Software Engineer

Nov. 2022 - Apr. 2023During my time as the Lead Software Engineer at Realm, I had the privilege of overseeing the team and systems as we embarked on a new chapter with substantial capital. My focus was on developing and implementing cutting-edge, real-time scoreboard technology specifically designed for esports teams. This technology was tailored to meet the unique demands of the industry and accommodate over 200,000 concurrent viewers. I led a diverse group of developers in a collaborative environment, where we successfully executed complex projects within tight deadlines. I played a key role in designing and implementing a robust, scalable cloud architecture while embracing DevOps practices to ensure optimal platform performance and reliability. This was essential to support our rapid growth and meet the demands of our users. Our efforts resulted in near-instantaneous scoring and seamless integration with high-stakes esports matches, enhancing the overall user experience and reinforcing Realm's position as a leader in the industry. To stay competitive and up-to-date, I consistently monitored industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. This fostered a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team and throughout the company's technology stack. As a developer I - Designed and built robust and scalable software at a rapid pace required for startups As a lead I - Hired, mentored and managed the performance of the development team - Created, managed and prioritized sprints and user stories, working with stakeholders and analyzing technical debt - Ensured infrastructure resources were being maintained, scaled and cost optimized

RealmChief Technology Officer

Oct. 2020 - Mar. 2021Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaAs the driving force behind Realm's development and engineering team, I spearheaded the creation of cutting-edge eSports and gaming systems. During a crucial growth phase for the company, I served as CTO, guiding technology strategy and execution to foster innovation and ensure product-market fit in a fiercely competitive and rapidly evolving industry. In collaboration with the executive team, I assessed new market opportunities and potential pivots, securing the company's survival in a capital-constrained environment and positioning it for future fundraising success. By managing and mentoring a dynamic team of developers and engineers, I cultivated a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability in response to shifting business priorities and market conditions. My pivotal contributions to the ideation, development, and launch of multiple groundbreaking products and features empowered the company to explore diverse revenue streams and enhance its value proposition to customers. Simultaneously, I supervised the design and implementation of scalable, efficient, and cost-effective technology infrastructure, optimizing performance and resource allocation during a period of limited capital availability. To inform strategic decision-making and ensure the company's technology stack and capabilities remained competitive and relevant, I actively monitored industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

RealmVice President Of Engineering

Dec. 2019 - Oct. 2020Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaAs VP of Engineering, I held an instrumental position within the company's technology leadership team, collaborating closely with the CTO to advance engineering excellence, innovation, and scalability. In managing and mentoring an expanding team of developers, I fostered a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and adherence to high-quality software development practices. Working in unison with cross-functional teams, including product management and design, I ensured seamless alignment and execution of product development and feature enhancements. I was integral to technology decision-making processes, encompassing architectural design, technology stack selection, and infrastructure optimization. Serving as a liaison between engineering and executive leadership, I regularly provided updates on project progress, risk mitigation, and resource allocation. I advocated for the implementation and refinement of agile development methodologies, culminating in enhanced project management, product delivery, and overall team efficiency.

Covault TechnologiesChief Technology Officer

Jun. 2021 - Sep. 2022As the CTO at Covault, I led the rebuilding of the real estate marketing platform from a monolithic program into a multitenant SaaS platform with self-signup for brokerages and real estate agents. I built and managed a development team, integrated additional MLS platforms to provide more property data sources, and ensured compliance with brand standards of the realtors' brokerages. My contributions helped streamline the generation of marketing materials for properties and provided a better experience for both realtors and clients. As a developer I - Designed and built robust and scalable software at a rapid pace required for startups As a lead I - Hired, mentored and managed the performance of the development team - Created, managed and prioritized sprints and user stories, working with stakeholders and analyzing technical debt - Ensured infrastructure resources were being maintained, scaled and cost optimized - Helped the team navigate technical debt that existed before my arrival at the company As an executive I - Worked with the owners to stear the vision and direction of the company - Put development team leads in place - Ensured new architecture was designed with future expansion in mind

MindGeekLead Software Developer

Feb. 2022 - Sep. 2022Montreal, Quebec, CanadaMindGeek, a global industry-leading information technology firm headquartered in Luxembourg with offices in Nicosia, London, Montreal, Bucharest, and Los Angeles, entrusted me as the lead developer for their major high-traffic adult websites. With over 45 million hits per month, my responsibilities included hiring, team management, project planning, system administration, and software development for high-scale architecture. As a developer I: - Worked on the PHP based monolithic web applications for 2 major high-traffic sites in a Scrum based environment - Handled DevOps and monitoring integrations - Helped architect the eventual codebase merger of 3 major sites into one multi-tenant platform As a lead I: - Recruited and managed the performance of the development team - Analyzed and adjusted the infrastructure for sites handling enormous traffic loads - Managed bandwith and traffic allocation across major CDNs of many terabytes of media - Created user stories to manage the tech debt and devops - Created and prioritized sprints based on user stories from compliance, product and devops needs - Created and managed releases, ensuring no down time or service interruption to these major sites - Worked closely with management and executives to determine the future of the platforms My time was unfortunately cut short when the company underwent major layoffs, including the CEO and my manager

Westcoast WebsitesChief Technology Officer

Mar. 2020 - Jul. 2020Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

On the Grid MediaOwner

Nov. 2018 - Dec. 2019British Columbia, CanadaOn the Grid Media, was an enterprise-level consulting, marketing, and development service provider, caters to businesses of all sizes. As a founder who spearheaded a successful online advertising agency, our offerings encompass a wide array of digital marketing services, such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, lead generation, SEO, web design, copywriting, and video production. We served local businesses as well as major multi-million dollar retailers.

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