About Me
The Full Story
I'm an Application Developer with 5+ years of experience building enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Framework, and modern web technologies. My expertise spans scalable RESTful services, microservices architectures, and database-driven applications.
I've worked at Fortune 500 companies like Nationwide Insurance and federal defense contractors like Astra Solutions, delivering mission-critical software that scales. Experienced across the full software development lifecycle (Agile/DevOps), with hands-on expertise in backend systems, API development, and frontend frameworks including Vue.js and Angular.
Philosophy
My Approach
Technical Depth
Don't just write code — architect systems for scale, performance, and maintainability. Every line serves a purpose.
Business Understanding
2+ years building enterprise Java and Spring Boot systems, translating complex business requirements into technical solutions that drive real value.
Modern Development
Leverages AI-assisted tools (Cursor, Claude API, GitHub Copilot) for faster, better development without sacrificing quality.
Problem-Solving
Reverse-engineered undocumented legacy systems, optimized queries and reverse-engineered undocumented legacy systems. No challenge too complex.
Career
Experience
Oct 2025 - Present
Co-Founder
L & B Digital Solutions · Birmingham, AL
- ▹Architected and developed a production-grade Learning Management System with AI-powered features, including automated grading and instructor feedback using LLM integrations
- ▹Designed backend services using TypeScript and Python-based service patterns, implementing scalable APIs and async processing for real-time features
- ▹Built modular, service-oriented architecture supporting future expansion into microservices and event-driven systems
- ▹Deployed serverless and containerized services using Vercel and Docker, achieving 99.9% uptime and sub-200ms API latency
- ▹Led agile processes, mentored contributors, and enforced code quality through reviews and testing practices
May 2024 - May 2025
Senior Software Engineer
Astra Solutions LLC · Huntsville, AL (Hybrid/Remote)
- ▹Designed and deployed cloud-native backend services on Azure with microservices architecture supporting secure, scalable applications
- ▹Built RESTful APIs and backend services with strong emphasis on reliability, observability, and maintainability
- ▹Developed distributed data systems using CosmosDB and integrated event-driven patterns for real-time processing
- ▹Contributed to AI-driven systems including document processing pipelines and threat intelligence platforms leveraging ML/AI workflows
- ▹Implemented CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation, reducing deployment time and improving system resilience
Apr 2024 - Dec 2024
Software Engineer
Avant Solutions Group · Remote
- ▹Developed backend services and financial systems using C#, SQL Server, and Azure
- ▹Supported cloud infrastructure and deployment automation in regulated environments
- ▹Delivered scalable APIs and services aligned with enterprise and DoD compliance standards
Feb 2022 - Apr 2024
Software Engineer
Nationwide · Remote
- ▹Developed and enhanced enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Guidewire ClaimCenter for insurance claims processing workflows
- ▹Built RESTful APIs and backend services enabling system integrations with internal platforms and Apigee API gateway
- ▹Migrated legacy monolithic payment processing into Spring Boot microservices-based architecture to improve scalability
- ▹Implemented event-driven solutions using Apache Kafka for asynchronous messaging between ClaimCenter and downstream financial systems
- ▹Applied object-oriented design patterns to improve scalability and maintainability; developed and executed unit and integration tests (JUnit)
2016 - 2022
Early Career
University of Alabama at Birmingham · Research Assistant
2016 - 2022 · Built Python-based data processing pipelines, reducing analysis time by 70%
Software Engineering Roles
2017 - 2019 · Developed applications using React, Angular, .NET, and Node.js
Education
Academic Background
B.S. Computer Science
University of Alabama at Birmingham
2016 - 2026
Bachelor of Philosophy
University of Alabama at Birmingham
2022 - 2026
Languages
English · Native
French · Native/Bilingual
Let's Work Together
Looking for a software engineer who can architect scalable systems, integrate AI, and deliver production-ready code? Let's talk.