Experience
Early web development
Self-taught HTML & CSS in early teens, developing foundational skills in web technologies.
Citi (Senior Vice President)
- Developed business, technical, and problem-solving expertise across multiple functions.
- Managed cross-functional initiatives, building a strong foundation in systems thinking and leadership.
- Strengthened technical and analytical capabilities by leading automation, data workflow, and visualization projects.
Fullstack Academy
Completed intensive fullstack bootcamp focused on Node.js, AngularJS, and PostgreSQL.
Betterment (Staff Software Engineer)
My software development career started at Betterment, as a fullstack engineer on the primary customer-facing retail web application.
Technical contributions
First customer-facing React component
Built Betterment's first customer-facing React component, enabling client interaction with advice algorithms.
Microservice architecture
Designed and implemented a Julia-based microservice to deliver stable access to advice algorithms.
Portfolio architecture
Led design of a Ruby + PostgreSQL portfolio architecture, enabling faster iteration, scalable offerings, and a simplified trading platform.
Strategic initiatives
First acquisition: Wealthsimple
Architected integration of Wealthsimple US customer base following acquisition.
New product line: Crypto
Designed and led launch of Betterment's crypto product, including backend integration with acquired firm Makara.
New product line: Checking
Designed and implemented a system to reimbursed ATM fees for Betterment Checking customers.
Career transition
Departed Betterment to support family relocation overseas.
Still Forest LLC (Founder)
- Founded software development and consulting company.
- Delivering web applications, mobile applications, APIs, and custom solutions for clients while pursuing independent projects.