Experienced Engineering Leader with 17 years of success in building, scaling, and leading high-performing teams across cloud infrastructure, backend systems, platform engineering, and AI-integrated solutions. Proven track record in defining and executing technical strategies, driving operational excellence, and delivering scalable, reliable, and high-quality products. Adept at aligning engineering initiatives with business objectives, fostering inclusive, high-trust team cultures, and attracting and retaining top talent. Strong expertise in people leadership, agile execution, system design, and cross-functional collaboration.