Software Engineer

My proudest achievement is developing Nexus Auto, a mobile-first car maintenance platform built with React Native and Convex. I took the initiative to create this app to solve a real-world problem I faced personally, taking it from a blank text editor to a fully functional tool that I continue to use daily.

Transitioning from a background primarily in web development, I pushed myself to master the nuances of the mobile ecosystem. This project allowed me to gain deep expertise in React Native and Expo, specifically handling complex challenges like stack routing, asynchronous device storage, and the end-to-end deployment process for the App Store.

My long-term ambition is to lead products from 0 to 1 and through successful scaling phases. I am driven by the challenge of building impactful applications, utilizing everything I’ve learned about scalable architectureto ensure they are as efficient as they are innovative.

I thrive in environments where I can express my entrepreneurial creativity through code, treating every feature with the same level of ownership as my own projects. Ultimately, I aim to be a thought leader in the tech space, leading teams of engineers who are genuinely excited by the mission and building a culture where technical excellence drives meaningful growth.

I view AI as a powerful force multiplier, a tool that significantly accelerates my development velocity without compromising my role as the final architect. I utilize AI agents within Cursor to generate boilerplate and iterative code rapidly, allowing me to focus on high-level system design and complex logic.

However, I am acutely aware that AI can make mistakes. I review every line of code generated to ensure it meets my standards for security and performance. Beyond just writing code, I use a rotating stack of models, including Gemini, ChatGPT, and Grok to talk through architectural questions and explore nuanced technical contexts that aren't easily found in documentation. This multi-model approach ensures I'm always leveraging the best tool for the specific task at hand.

I am driven by the intellectual challenge of engineering. To me, encountering a complex bug or an architectural roadblock isn's a setback, it's a motivator. I find immense satisfaction in the process of overcoming those challenges and finding creative, elegant solutions that provide real-world impact.

My commitment to constant improvement is evidenced by my unconventional path: I went back to earn a second Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciencewhile already working in the field, simply because I wanted a deeper understanding of the fundamentals. Whether I'm at the library studying distributed systems or experimenting with the latest tech innovations, I am always pushing to be a more effective engineer who can build better, more scalable software.