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Alexander Erden

Principal Software Dev / Lead / Director, with 35+ years experience.

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Building production systems from bare-metal to cloud — spanning AI pipelines, distributed infrastructure, embedded platforms, and OS internals

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Engineered UV lithography control systems powering 5nm/3nm chip manufacturing and core platform systems at Microsoft — software underpinning hundreds of millions of devices and processors

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Extensive experience leading and scaling engineering teams across startups and enterprise, operating at principal and director level across the full stack from kernel to AI pipelines

Experience

Embedded
Stealth

2025-2026

Principal Embedded Systems Architect

• Led architecture and bring-up of embedded platforms with scalable firmware frameworks powering multiple product variants

• Designed real-time interrupt-driven state machines enabling deterministic performance on performance-critical workloads

• Strengthened hardware-software co-design to resolve signal integrity and synchronization issues enabling reliable cross-domain operation

• Delivered cloud-connected embedded solutions enabling remote monitoring and data analytics integration

• Designed custom distributed communication architecture including inter-node protocols and board-to-board interconnect for coordinated multi-subsystem operation

• Integrated offboard AI subsystem for communications optimization and adaptive planning, bridging embedded control layer with AI-driven decision outputs

C C++ ARM Cortex-M STM32 Embedded SQL Azure Bare-metal/RTOS SPI UART I2C Ethernet/TCP-IP ML/AI

Supply Chain Systems
ArcBest

2024

Principal Developer / Architect

• Modernized legacy desktop apps into scalable web platforms, improving accessibility and reducing maintenance overhead

• Architected supply chain workflow features, increasing operational visibility and reducing manual errors

• Delivered end-to-end integrations with enterprise backends, automating data exchange and cutting onboarding time by 40%

• Drove modernization of warehouse inventory management and pricing systems, enabling real-time analytics and data-driven regional pricing

• Launched corporate website elevating user experience

• Guided legacy system migration with risk-aware planning, ensuring smooth transition across multi-regional operations

C# Javascript .NET SQL HTML Node.js Web Services WinForms Kubernetes Vue Vite EDI DB2 ML/AI

AR AI Research Software
ARCortex

2023

Principal Developer / Architect

• Architected end-to-end AR AI research software enabling real-time scene understanding and robust object detection across heterogeneous sensors

• Delivered integrated multimodal AI pipelines combining vision, language understanding, and speech to power natural user prompts and task guidance

• Led cross-functional AI research team translating experimental models into robust AR workflows under real-time and hardware-constrained conditions

• Orchestrated live demonstrations and university-aligned DARPA prototypes accelerating funding momentum and technology transfer

• Reduced latency by 40% to meet real-time interactivity

C# C++ Python .NET Unity PyTorch OpenCV ROS Hololens MRTK ML/AI LLM Kubernetes

e-Commerce Website
Microcenter

2022

Principal Developer / Architect

• Architected scalable payment gateway ensuring transactional integrity and PCI-DSS compliance across e-commerce flows

• Delivered microservices-based platform reducing payment latency by 30% and boosting throughput

• Enabled 99.9% uptime with resilient payment workflows and regulatory controls to minimize failed checkouts

• Enhanced fraud prevention with anomaly detection hooks and layered safeguards

• Implemented real-time monitoring enabling proactive issue detection

C# Javascript .NET SQL ASP.NET HTML Docker Azure Kubernetes

Automated medicine dispensing cabinets
Omnicell

2021-2022

Principal Developer / Architect

• Led end-to-end migration to cloud-native architecture for automated dispensing cabinets, enabling scalable deployments, fault tolerance, and seamless hospital IT integration

• Architected real-time inventory management and cabinet operations to achieve precise dispensing and auditable records across multiple hospital units

• Enabled robust event-driven communication between cabinets, pharmacies, and hospital systems to ensure consistent state and rapid incident resolution

• Implemented healthcare data security and HIPAA-aligned controls to protect patient information and support compliant access governance across platforms

• Designed subsystems to detect and resolve pharmacy discrepancies, reducing reconciliation effort and improving medication record accuracy

• Cut downtime via improved system observability

C# Javascript .NET SQL Angular Node.js HTML Web Services Docker Azure Kubernetes Kafka Elasticsearch

Supply chain
Mygrant

2019-2021

Director of Engineering

• Directed end-to-end modernization of the supply chain platform, migrating legacy systems to cloud-first, service-oriented architecture across dozens of U.S. warehouses

• Accelerated cross-functional delivery of inventory visibility and logistics orchestration, boosting warehouse throughput and order accuracy across regional networks

• Rebuilt inventory and order tools on modern cloud platforms, delivering scalable, maintainable back-end services and reduced operational toil

• Built and launched a mobile app used by drivers and warehouse staff to improve on-site productivity and stock accuracy

• Enabled pricing optimization across regional offices

• Scaled engineering team through strategic recruitment and mentoring, delivering P&L impact and shaping the technical roadmap

C# Java Javascript .NET/Core SQL Node.js HTML WebForms Web Services Salesforce Apex Azure Objective-C iOS EDI Android Linux MacOS

Voting machines
Smartmatic

2019

Software Architect

• Architected hardware-backed authentication and attestation across voting-machine software to preserve end-to-end integrity between hardware and firmware

• Directed the development of a trusted platform security layer to guarantee data confidentiality and integrity for stored election data

• Implemented cryptographic key management and credential validation in live deployments, strengthening defense-in-depth and reducing exposure to unauthorized access

• Hardened userland components and security infrastructure to minimize attack surface across field deployments

• Led compliance efforts with federal election security standards and contributed to security reviews and certification, accelerating approval timelines

• Enabled secure device identity interfaces

C++ Python Linux Smartcard TPM

AR Presentation software
ARCortex

2018-2019

Software Architect

• Reduced AR presentation setup time for creators

• Architected a modular AR rendering and interaction framework to support editing and playback across real-world spaces

• Integrated spatial tracking and real-world anchoring for immersive content placement

• Enabled gesture-driven placement and arrangement of 3D content with natural interactions

• Delivered cloud-based speech recognition for hands-free flow and dynamic content triggering

• Focused on usability and responsiveness across editing and playback modes to ensure a smooth user experience

C# .NET MagicLeap Unity 3D AR

UV Lithography
Catalyte

2018

Principal Developer

• Engineered UV lithography automation to optimize etch process control and reading algorithms for precise pattern fidelity

• Accelerated real-time data acquisition and processing subsystems, reducing latency and accelerating diagnostics and control loops

• Resolved defects by developing custom diagnostic tools and testing scripts, accelerating fault isolation and repair cycles

• Built core modules translating chip layouts into precision commands for printing heads enabling high-resolution wafer patterning

• Stabilized timing-critical stage coordination boosting yield

• Supported R&D and production for 5nm and 3nm lithography lines enabling manufacturing of next-generation devices

C C++ Python Linux

Event planning / Distribution site
Capitol

2018

Principal Developer

• Architected end-to-end event planning and tracking platform delivering real-time shipment visibility across 800 retail locations

• Implemented scalable backend capable of handling high-volume data and seamless integration with external logistics systems

• Delivered user-friendly front-end for event planning and shipment tracking boosting planner productivity and operational visibility

• Integrated planning tools with backend logistics to unify visibility across shipments and warehouse operations

• Improved on-time delivery across seven-state network

• Migrated deployment to cloud-based infrastructure enabling scalable growth and reduced operational costs

C# Javascript .NET SQL Angular Node.js HTML Web Services Azure

Financial Platform
BCN Financial

2018

Principal Developer

• Architected modernization of legacy financial platform delivering seamless data synchronization and improved query efficiency across multi-asset investments

• Directed end-to-end front-end enhancements enabling automated mass client communications and targeted marketing campaigns elevating user engagement across nationwide client base

• Collaborated with data team to design scalable data model and optimize storage and query performance enabling faster reporting for investment portfolios

• Delivered integration points enabling secure scalable interactions between the financial platform and external partners improving reliability and availability

• Maintained and modernized legacy platform autonomously while preserving advisor workflows and nationwide operations

• Enhanced client retention through automated email campaigns

C# Javascript .NET SQL Angular Node.js HTML Web Services Azure

HRMS Platform
Trueblue

2017

Principal Developer / Architect

• Architected geolocation-based employee management and tax compliance integration to extend HRMS capabilities and regulatory coverage across multiple employment classifications

• Directed development of a geolocation-driven data processing system enabling real-time worker tracking, location-aware scheduling, and compliance with regional labor laws

• Designed tax planning logic spanning federal, state, and local regulations for W-2 and 1099 classifications, enabling seamless integration with existing HRMS workflows

• Led cross-functional modernization of the platform delivering standalone modules used by clients, internal teams, and field staff, accelerating adoption and reducing integration friction

• Enabled compliance and operational features across a large-scale HRMS platform used across staffing and workforce management, improving alignment with evolving regulatory demands

• Scaled platform for nationwide deployments

C# Javascript .NET SQL Angular HTML Web Services Azure

Remote Desktop
Aquaconnect

2015-2017

Lead Developer / Architect

• Architected scalable cross-platform remote desktop protocol delivering low-latency display input forwarding and session control across Windows macOS iOS Android Linux

• Built enterprise-grade network server architecture enabling efficient data transmission and scalable deployments from SMB to Fortune 100 clients

• Led cross-platform platform development spanning desktop and mobile with end-to-end architecture and streaming capabilities

• Directed OS-level integration across platforms including driver integration graphics capture and input handling

• Delivered on-time releases across platforms

C++ Win32 Qt Drivers Java Objective-C MacOS iOS Android Linux

Social Network
Who

2014

CTO

• Architected and launched a mobile location centric social network with real-time discovery and proximity-based updates across platforms

• Steered product through two funding rounds

• Established scalable cloud infrastructure with automated deployment, accelerating releases and improving operational efficiency

• Led cross-functional design-to-engineering teams to deliver a cohesive, high-quality user experience

• Enabled robust front-end to back-end integration, delivering a scalable and maintainable product

Javascript Angular Ionic Cordova/PG Node.js Objective-C Java iOS Android HTML CSS

Android Emulator
Openmobile

2014

Principal Developer

• Architected core Android subsystems to map directly to Windows integration points within a custom emulator framework enabling near-native app execution on Windows

• Replaced UI stack, networking, and audio subsystems with native implementations to boost performance and cross-platform compatibility

• Led system-level development of a hybrid runtime that bridges Android runtime behavior with Windows integration points for seamless desktop app experience

• Delivered architectural groundwork reused across multiple emulator deployments, accelerating feature delivery and ensuring consistent performance

• Enabled Android apps to run with native-like integration on Windows, delivering improved user experience and developer onboarding

C++ Win32 Java Android Linux

Web browser plugins
Browsium

2014

Lead Developer

• Accelerated cross-browser compatibility platform enabling legacy enterprise web applications to run in modern environments without altering original code, expanding user reach and reducing manual maintenance

• Reduced onboarding time for legacy-app integrations

• Designed runtime modules that intercept and adapt browser behavior to preserve workflows across aging stacks without requiring changes to existing applications

• Led testing and profiling to verify performance reliability and security characteristics of compatibility components

• Mentored junior developers, elevating code quality and guiding architecture reviews for maintainability

C++ C# .NET Win32

Cross-platform shell
Lumier

2011-2014

CTO

• Led architecture and delivery of a cross-platform shell across Windows macOS Linux

• Designed a high-performance UI framework with native-feel rendering and smooth navigation

• Led multiple teams, aligning hiring with milestones

• Optimized SCRUM-driven schedule and budget, improving delivery predictability and throughput

• Directed outsourcing and R&D staffing to hit critical deadlines

• Unified multi-platform user experience with native integration and reliable performance across platforms

C++ C# .NET Win32 Drivers WPF XAML COM DirectX WCF Web Services MSI WIX

Retail cloud client
CustomerLobby

2013

Software Architect

• Architected a multi-tier hybrid cloud data integration platform connecting on-premise sources to centralized processing and outreach

• Delivered a robust data transformation and exchange pipeline enabling seamless movement to downstream CRM workflows

• Led the development of a scalable API layer enabling RESTful data transfer between local systems and the cloud

• Implemented comprehensive error handling, logging, and monitoring to improve reliability and data visibility

• Enabled frictionless deployment with an installer stack supporting diverse customer configurations across sites

• Collaborated with executives to translate business objectives into architectural roadmap and prioritize delivery

C# .NET SQL WPF WCF ASP.NET HTML Javascript MSI WIX Web Services

Mobile Touch apps for MS Office
hopTo

2013

Lead Developer

• Architected cross-device remote desktop framework enabling mobile editing of Office documents while preserving PC-based editing fidelity

• Directed cloud hosting for Office applications with scalable, highly available, secure access across distributed clients

• Led a cross-functional team across mobile, server, and desktop layers to deliver end-to-end functionality on schedule

• Delivered mobile clients with optimized latency and high-fidelity document rendering across platforms

• Drove architectural decisions for unified session control, document access, and rendering across devices

• Achieved measurable user impact by reducing inter-device synchronization latency and improving editing experience

C++ C# .NET Java Objective-C iOS Android

MSI setup packages
Contra Costa County

2013

Senior Software Engineer

• Architected an enterprise installer framework consolidating multiple products into a single deployment package

• Reverse engineered prerequisite products to map dependencies and eliminate conflicts for reliable enterprise deployments

• Consolidated legacy and multiple setup packages into one installer, cutting administrative overhead network-wide

• Enabled automated, policy-compliant installations with silent mode, rollback handling, and environment validation across managed endpoints

• Reduced deployment failures across endpoints

C# .NET MSI WIX

Healthcare Billing
Plexis Healthcare Systems

2010

Senior Software Developer

• Architected medical-code grouping subsystem for claims adjudication and integrated into the Quantum Choice engine, enabling accurate, compliant adjudication across 100+ payers globally

• Bridged legacy systems with modern service-oriented architecture across enterprise healthcare processing, improving reliability of cross-system interactions

• Aligned grouping logic with standard medical coding practices across ICD CPT HCPCS, elevating adjudication accuracy and reducing workflow variance

• Accelerated payer claim processing through the integrated grouping subsystem

• Enhanced auditability and support for complex reimbursement logic across payer workflows

C# .NET COM SQL NHibernate

Image search engine
LightImage

2009-2010

Lead Developer

• Architected distributed ingestion and indexing pipeline to crawl and aggregate images from diverse public sources enabling scalable data intake and robust content indexing

• Led backend normalization and metadata extraction, improving data quality

• Implemented Laplacian pyramid-based visual analysis to power perceptual similarity driving high-precision content-based image retrieval

• Directed cross-functional backend and retrieval infra across a three-person team ensuring on-time delivery and coherent architectural vision

• Engineered system-level reliability and performance improvements, achieving measurable gains in throughput and reduced latency for large-scale image search

• Improved indexing latency and search relevance

C# .NET SQL

Game engine
Warner Bros

2008-2009

Senior Software Engineer

• Optimized core engine components delivering notable frame rate uplift

• Enhanced internal game tooling to streamline level design asset workflows, delivering smoother gameplay experiences across AAA titles

• Strengthened memory management and leak detection, stabilizing runtime performance and reducing crash frequency

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to extend editor capabilities for real-time production needs, improving artist designer workflows and tooling reliability

• Built cross-layer features enabling hardware feature support within the engine, enhancing runtime compatibility and player experience

C# .NET WinForms C++ MFC

Video sharing application
Contour

2007-2008

Lead Developer

• Led architecture and development of a desktop video app for wearable camera, delivering end-to-end footage management

• Delivered on schedule with all critical modules

• Implemented robust hardware-software integrations to enable reliable video transfers and firmware communication

• Designed a media library interface with playback tagging metadata editing and upload workflow

• Unified installer and deployment workflow including device drivers user preferences and firmware updates

• Built cross-platform companion software to interface with hardware and manage video transfers

C# .NET WPF WinForms XML C++ Drivers MSI WIX

Windows 7 Wifi
Microsoft

2007-2008

Software Design Engineer

• Architected the Windows 7 Wi-Fi UI and connection stack integrating with the OS networking and security model to deliver seamless network discovery authentication and data transfer

• Implemented core Wi-Fi connectivity components including access point discovery profile handling and connection state transitions enabling reliable user-driven network access

• Delivered a globally deployed Wi-Fi feature by coordinating with networking UX and platform teams to align with Windows shell and status reporting

• Enhanced user experience by designing robust configuration management and status reporting flows within the Windows shell

• Reduced Wi-Fi setup support calls

C++ Win32 XML

Windows Phone
Microsoft

2007

Software Design Engineer

• Architected v2 mobile media streaming platform architecture emphasizing scalability modularity and resilience

• Engineered a low-latency hybrid networking approach for mobile streaming across unreliable networks

• Minimized memory leaks by applying robust ownership patterns across mobile streaming components

• Reduced binary footprint of mobile streaming components

• Resolved edge-case streaming failures across diverse mobile networks and protocols improving end-user playback reliability

• Built diagnostic and testing tools adopted as core troubleshooting assets

C++ C# MFC Win32 ATL/WTL COM .NET XML ASP.NET HTML

Windows Vista Security
Microsoft

2006

Software Design Engineer

• Delivered the most vulnerability fixes among peers, strengthening Vista security for millions of users

• Architected kernel-level patches and driver updates to close critical vulnerabilities

• Led cross-team remediation of cross-domain vulnerabilities across kernel, core services, and UI

• Strengthened security features such as UAC and Application Compatibility Mode through design and testing improvements

• Implemented security updates across Vista components ensuring secure handling of configuration data and sensitive information

C++ C# Win32 .NET XML

Windows Vista Shell
Microsoft

2006

Software Design Engineer

• Architected and delivered new Windows Shell features and defect resolutions across all Shell areas

• Enabled deep integration with low-level OS components to ensure robust behavior and seamless Vista release

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain high-quality code and on-time Vista delivery

• Resolved critical stability issues and UX regressions, reducing customer-visible defects prior to ship

• Strengthened release readiness by aligning Shell changes with core subsystems and release milestones

• Improved stability for hundreds of millions of users

C++ Win32 COM

Windows Defender
Microsoft

2005-2006

Software Design Engineer

• Architected in-depth codebase analysis and reverse engineering to inform Defender-aligned refactoring and feature planning

• Delivered fixes across UI, background services, and installer workflows, elevating platform reliability and user experience

• Investigated and resolved complex reliability and integration issues spanning core OneCare components to enable smoother Defender migration

• Authored technical documentation and provided expert guidance to senior engineers, accelerating design decisions and code comprehension

• Reverse engineered and documented large segments of legacy code to support modernization efforts and safer feature rollout

• Cut regression defects in core platform

C++ ATL/WTL COM C# .NET XML MSI WIX

Job search engine
NovusTek

2005

Lead Developer / Architect

• Architected end-to-end job search platform aggregating listings from multiple sources and automating resume submissions across boards

• Directed data ingestion normalization and rules-based matching to improve result relevance and user satisfaction

• Led a three-member team to on-time delivery of backend and UI features

• Enabled automated resume submission workflows tied to user profiles and job criteria expanding applicant reach

• Delivered a cohesive user experience with scalable data handling and robust architecture for continuous growth

C# .NET ASP.NET ADO.NET SQL HTML XML

MSN
Microsoft

2004-2005

Software Design Engineer

• Architected a WYSIWYG report designer and data-binding pipeline enabling the MSN Support PM team to generate cross-property reports quickly

• Engineered a scalable multi-server OLAP backend delivering fast analytics for large-scale support-ticket data across all MSN properties

• Designed a comprehensive SQL/OLAP schema to capture and analyze support metrics across MSN properties

• Built a data-driven reporting framework with integrated visualization enabling non-technical users to author custom reports

• Implemented a robust data access layer ensuring data integrity and efficient retrieval from the OLAP store

• Accelerated cross-property reporting adoption with a metrics platform used by MSN Support Program Management

C# .NET ASP.NET ADO.NET VB COM SQL OLAP HTML XML

Identity protection
Transunion

2004

Lead Developer / Architect

• Architected end-to-end consumer identity protection platform delivering real-time monitoring and alerts to subscribers

• Implemented scalable data storage for highly sensitive personal data, ensuring privacy and regulatory compliance

• Integrated external identity verification sources to unify checks across providers, improving coverage and risk detection

• Delivered monthly background-check reports to subscribers

• Drove cross-functional collaboration with product and compliance to accelerate time-to-market while meeting privacy requirements

• Enabled a secure, intuitive user interface for subscribers to view and manage identity information

C# .NET ASP.NET ADO.NET VB COM SQL HTML XML

Operations Manager
Microsoft

2003-2004

Software Design Engineer

• Architected a custom monitoring extension for enterprise IT operations, delivering real-time server health visibility and actionable alerts

• Designed standardized monitoring templates for core services, establishing consistent detection rules and health models

• Implemented scalable data collection for server health across large environments, boosting data throughput and accelerating issue detection

• Enabled real-time alerting and notification pathways to trigger rapid operator action on failures or anomalies

• Drove cross-layer integration to align monitoring data with the alerting engine, expanding coverage in large IT environments

• Reduced incident response time across large-scale IT environments

C++ C# .NET COM VB XML SQL HTML

Flight Simulator
Microsoft

2002-2003

Software Design Engineer

• Architected a weather engine and UI integration delivering realistic atmospheric conditions for Flight Simulator

• Led emulation of a standard aviation GPS interface, enabling authentic cockpit navigation workflows within the simulator

• Engineered a weather data layer and schema to ensure stable data exchange between UI and engine components, enabling scalable weather scenarios

• Integrated live weather data from global stations to drive in-game atmospheric conditions, increasing immersion and training value

• Delivered core features for the final Flight Simulator release, enhancing realism and navigational training usefulness

• Enabled GPS emulation adoption by pilot training programs

C++ MFC HTML XML Javascript VB SQL

Works
Microsoft

2002

Software Design Engineer

• Reduced task-launch steps by optimizing launcher flow

• Architected the central Task Launcher unifying access across Works apps

• Designed appointment information display ensuring accurate task details across modules

• Delivered end-to-end interface with app navigation and recent documents, enabling cohesive user experience

• Engineered a polished lightweight UI aligned with usability goals and hardware constraints

• Shipped as the central experience component across the suite, driving broad adoption and developer integration efficiency

C++ ATL/WTL COM HTML

Web Monitoring
NovusTek

2001-2002

Lead Developer / Architect

• Architected end-to-end platform architecture spanning client agents, backend services, and reporting to unify data flow and enable consolidated availability and performance insights across platforms

• Led cross-functional team to deliver advanced analytics features including OLAP integration and interactive reporting aligned with executive vision and product goals

• Implemented scalable data architecture and robust database design to support large-scale storage and fast retrieval of monitoring data

• Delivered user-facing interface enabling intuitive data visualization and configuration

• Streamlined Windows deployment with a deployable installer package reducing installation friction and enabling enterprise distribution

• Collaborated with executives to translate technical vision into measurable deliverables, enhancing time-to-value and alignment

C++ MFC ATL/WTL COM ASP.NET ADO.NET SQL OLAP MSI HTML XML Javascript VB C# .NET

Physical security system
Synergis Systems

2001

Senior Software Engineer

• Engineered scalable data model for permissions credentials and access events across multiple sites

• Delivered prototype administration interface to configure location-specific access policies and user roles

• Optimized query paths to support real-time access decisions and responsive dashboards

• Strengthened reliability and real-time performance of secure-entry control in multi-site environments

• Reduced policy update time across facilities

C++ MFC SQL

MS Exchange reporting
NetIQ

1999-2001

Lead Developer / Architect

• Architected and delivered an enterprise reporting platform for Exchange enabling actionable insights into messaging traffic, usage patterns, and operational cost

• Directed server-side metrics collection and analysis of Exchange mail flow, storage utilization, and user activity to drive cost attribution and capacity planning

• Delivered automated reporting capabilities supporting cost attribution, capacity planning, and compliance oversight across large Exchange deployments

• Led full product lifecycle across engineering, test, and QA ensuring timely, scalable deployment and quality release of the platform

• Achieved enterprise-wide adoption across Exchange deployments, shortening time-to-insight for IT operators

C++ MFC COM ATL/WTL SQL OLAP MSI HTML XML Javascript VB

3D Engine
GamenSoft

1998-1999

Lead Developer / Architect

• Architected a modular 3D engine architecture enabling scalable rendering pipeline and extensibility

• Led a three-member team to deliver high-quality features on schedule and maintain code quality

• Engineered octogrid-based spatial streaming with predictive loading enabling seamless zero-load world traversal

• Implemented deep low-level optimizations across core subsystems delivering improved frame consistency on constrained hardware

• Accelerated load times and scene transitions enhancing user-perceived responsiveness

C++ MFC DirectX x86_Assembly

Windows 2000 Alpha
Microsoft

1999

Software Design Engineer

• Architected a native visual debugger enabling real-time debugging of translated applications during cross-architecture porting

• Directed development of cross-architecture debugging tooling used for internal porting and validation across the Windows 2000 codebase, accelerating port validation cycles

• Investigated and resolved system-level defects across the Windows 2000 codebase to improve cross-architecture stability

• Delivered cross-platform introspection tools used during core OS porting and validation, accelerating issue diagnosis and production readiness

• Enhanced low-level debugging capabilities to pinpoint translation issues and improve overall port reliability

C++ Win32 MFC COM x86_Assembly

FX!32
Digital Equipment Corporation

1998-1999

Senior Software Developer

• Enhanced binary translation compatibility layer improving automated cross-architecture translation on Windows, enabling broader adoption of legacy applications on Alpha hardware

• Diagnosed translation failures by deep analysis of Windows internals and application behaviors across layers, boosting reliability of translated binaries

• Led end-to-end debugging across application and OS layers, reducing user-reported failures and stabilizing runtime

• Architected targeted fixes for edge-case translation paths to expand compatibility across diverse binaries

• Refined issue taxonomy to accelerate future translations

• Improved translation throughput by optimizing critical code paths in the translation layer

C++ Win32 COM

LOD Mesh SDK
Intel

1999

Senior Software Developer

• Architected a modular cross-API mesh rendering pipeline with dynamic LOD for real-time complex geometries

• Engineered scalable data structures to manage large-scale meshes with seamless streaming

• Delivered reusable mesh rendering components for game engines and graphics apps with broad compatibility

• Optimized fidelity and performance trade-offs for Intel hardware across diverse workloads

• Enabled real-time LOD to achieve stable frame rates

C++ DirectX OpenGL

Ultrasonic Visualization
Ultrasonic

1998

Senior Software Engineer

• Architected a software framework interfacing with ultrasonic measurement hardware for plywood granularity analysis

• Designed interactive parameter controls and real-time 3D visualizations for in-line quality assessment

• Optimized rendering pipeline and GUI responsiveness for continuous industrial use

• Collaborated with hardware teams to ensure robust data acquisition and stable system performance

• Delivered visualization components for a scientific manufacturing application used on plywood production lines

• Reduced in-line defect detection time

C++ MFC OpenGL

DirectX
Microsoft

1998

Software Design Engineer

• Architected core graphics SDK features and low-level rendering APIs to boost visual quality and developer iteration speed

• Accelerated partner adoption by delivering compatibility fixes and streamlined integration guidance across a broad developer ecosystem, enabling faster game development cycles

• Cut onboarding time for new studios

• Led cross-functional collaboration with industry developers to diagnose and resolve SDK issues impacting performance and compatibility, increasing reliability

• Directed documentation and tooling enhancements to improve issue resolution speed and developer satisfaction across major game studios

C++ MFC DirectX

ArmyMen
3DO

1997-1998

Senior Software Engineer

• Delivered a robust map editor framework with dynamic tile manipulation, accelerating level design

• Led development of core tools and gameplay support across ArmyMen titles, prioritizing stability, efficiency, and feature growth

• Built scalable tooling pipelines to streamline level design and asset workflows

• Commercialized internal map editor to enable external customization and extend game longevity

C++ MFC

Various projects
RXL Pulitzer

1996-1997

Senior Software Engineer

• Architected scalable e-commerce platforms delivering catalog, cart, and checkout workflows with strong data integrity

• Enhanced user interfaces and integrated with legacy systems to accelerate deployments and improve stakeholder satisfaction

• Led cross-functional collaboration with business stakeholders to translate requirements into rapid, functional websites

• Automated routine tasks to cut manual effort and errors

• Delivered end-to-end storefront experiences for multiple clients, achieving faster time-to-market and reliable performance

C++ MFC VB COM SQL

SMS Server
Microsoft

1997

Software Design Engineer

• Designed and delivered a parcel tracking component within the SMS server ecosystem to provide end-to-end visibility of physical media transfers between enterprise servers and client machines

• Implemented state tracking, verification, and audit logging for parcel movements, enabling accurate reconciliation across distributed IT infrastructures

• Engineered robust status exchange and data coherence with existing SMS services, ensuring reliable delivery monitoring across large-scale deployments

• Enabled reliable synchronization between physical delivery channels and software delivery processes, reducing manual reconciliation and operational overhead

• Directed cross-functional development of the core parcel tracking module, delivering improved traceability and faster issue resolution for operators

• Improved traceability and auditability across deployments

C++ MFC

Order entry system
Pyramid

1996

Senior Software Engineer

• Architected end-to-end order entry platform with offline-capable workflows and multi-location deployment, delivering consistent transactional integrity and streamlined sales UX

• Enabled robust data model and persistent store for sales data, enabling fast queries and reliable finance reporting across the system

• Delivered a payment processing module with input validation and external gateway integration, reducing transaction errors and speeding reconciliation

• Designed cross-location desktop workflows used by sales personnel across sites, standardizing processes and improving adoption

• Reduced intake errors by consolidating validation workflows across sites

C C++ MFC SQL

Visual Sourcesafe
Microsoft

1996

Software Design Engineer

• Architected and delivered core version-control enhancements for an enterprise product boosting usability and integration with downstream workflows

• Implemented extensive defect fixes across user-facing and core components substantially increasing reliability for enterprise users

• Optimized memory usage and performance enabling larger repositories and faster operations under load

• Designed and shipped multiple new features to improve version-control workflows reducing developer friction and improving adoption

• Accelerated release readiness through cross-functional collaboration stabilizing the product for enterprise customers

C++ MFC

Word Processor
Digital Software

1990-1996

Lead Developer / Architect

• Architected end-to-end word processor architecture and feature releases driven by customer feedback

• Led a two-member engineering team delivering multiple releases while preserving architecture integrity and timely milestones

• Implemented robust memory management and error handling to improve stability and scalability in production

• Designed original codebase and UI architecture with advanced text layout and formatting capabilities

• Drove cross-functional strategy and informed company direction with technical leadership and roadmap input

• Enabled rapid customer-driven enhancements through direct feedback integration and streamlined release cycles

C C++ MFC VB

Application launcher
Packard Bell

1993

Senior Software Engineer

• Architected a modular application framework and launcher powering Packard Bell Navigator across consumer PCs enabling scalable app and document launching

• Designed a spatial user interface enabling intuitive navigation and fast launch of applications and documents via interactive widgets

• Implemented resource management to optimize display and allocation of system resources improving responsiveness

• Delivered the main Packard Bell Navigator interface as a spatial environment that eases computer use for mainstream consumers

• Achieved adoption across millions of PCs

• Collaborated with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration with preloaded OEM software reducing integration issues and time-to-market

C++ MFC

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