Experience and Lessons Learned:
Current
- Senior Data Engineer at Raft
- This role isn’t just about technical work—it’s about bridging innovation with real-world application to make a difference.
2023 - 2024
- Data Engineer at USAA
- At USAA, I learned that successful engineering is as much about strategy as it is about technology.
2020-2023
- Infantry Non-Comissioned Officer at US Army
- Leadership is about empowering those around you and navigating challenges with calm determination.
2017-2020
- Software Developer at USAA
- At USAA, I learned that true technical excellence is rooted in the ability to anticipate challenges, collaborate under pressure, and transform complex data processes into seamless, reliable systems. This chapter of my career laid a strong foundation that I carried forward when I chose to step up to a new kind of challenge by joining the Army, driven by a commitment to leadership and growth.
2016-2017
- Software Engineer at CA Technologies (now Broadcom)
- My time at CA Technologies taught me that working with legacy systems is more than just coding—it’s about embracing complexity, adapting quickly, and finding growth in the most challenging problems
2015
- IT intern at UT Health
- My internship at UT Health showed me that meticulous attention to foundational coding and collaborative teamwork are not just tasks—they are the building blocks that support every significant achievement in tech.