As the VP of Engineering at Agoda, one of the world's leading online travel platforms, I lead and support a team of over 200 engineers across multiple locations and time zones. I am responsible for the design, development, and delivery of scalable, reliable, and user-friendly products and services that enhance the travel experience of millions of customers worldwide. With over 10 years of professional experience in the online space, I have a strong background and passion for software engineering, computer science, and data-driven innovation. I have a Master of Engineering degree in Computer and Information Sciences from the Asian Institute of Technology, and I am proficient in Scala, Akka, and other technologies that enable high-performance and distributed systems. I have also contributed to multiple research projects and publications in the fields of natural language processing, machine learning, and information retrieval.