I'm a Principal Engineer who builds systems at Amazon scale, the kind that manage more data than anyone should probably admit to managing. For 13+ years, I've been solving problems at the intersection of AI/ML, search, distributed systems, and security. I hold 6 patents, lead technical strategy for a large engineering organization, and architect solutions that save millions annually. But what I really love is watching an idea go from whiteboard sketch to production and then seeing it actually work at scale without catching fire. I'm a Bar Raiser who's built high-performing teams from scratch. I believe the best engineering happens when you combine rigorous technical decisions with cultures where people can grow, ship great code, and maybe even enjoy a few laughs along the way. Currently at Amazon Photos, I'm building 0-to-1 AI-powered experiences, developing senior engineers into principal-level leaders, and finding creative ways to make infrastructure costs less terrifying. Outside work, you'll find me on the trails in summer, on the slopes in winter, and strategically indoors during Seattle's rainy season.