Principal Data Scientist Technical Leader Problem-Solver
I architect GPU-accelerated ML systems that process terabyte-scale data in real-time. But what drives me isn't just technical excellence—it's the opportunity to be part of projects that push boundaries and bring meaningful impact to the world.
Cancer diagnostics • Nature publications • Open-source tools used globally • HPC consulting • 21 years military leadership
At a Glance
Problem-Solving Approach
Outcome-driven discipline — Keep teams anchored to success criteria, not distracted by technical capabilities. Published in Journal of Cell Science (2020).
Core Skill
Exceptional translator between technical teams and product management. Rare combination that accelerates development and improves team cohesion.
Technical Depth
GPU/ML systems • Physics-informed approaches • Terabyte-scale processing • Custom CUDA kernels
Leadership Style
Bridge worlds • Translate complexity to clarity • Multiply impact through empathetic mentorship
Background
21 years military (2x Meritorious Service Medal) • Elite research institutions • Startup product leadership
Philosophy
The best optimization is the computation you don't do • Human-centered AI • Innovation at intersections
What I Bring
Qualities that define how I solve problems, lead teams, and deliver impact
Translation & Communication
Rare combination of deep technical expertise and exceptional people skills. Bridge technical teams and product management to accelerate development.
Outcome-Driven Discipline
Keep teams anchored to what success looks like—at every decision point. Build what's needed, not just what's possible. Published framework.
Military Leadership
21 years coordinating high-stakes operations. Communication under pressure, cross-functional alignment, operational discipline.
Domain-Informed ML
The best optimization is the computation you don't do. Physics-informed approaches that are efficient, interpretable, and trustworthy.
Empathetic Mentorship
Build capability in others through understanding, not mandates. Make teams better at writing clean, production-ready code.
Product Vision to Reality
From 'what if?' wonderment to deployed systems. Shape strategy, align stakeholders, deliver production-ready solutions.
What Drives Me
I'm energized by projects that seek to be the best or bring the most good back to the world. My sense of wonderment—asking "what if this could work differently?" or "what if we could make this accessible to everyone?"—drives innovation that serves meaningful missions.
Whether it's accelerating cancer diagnostics, enabling biological discoveries, or building open-source tools that democratize GPU computing—I want my work to matter beyond the immediate deliverable.
I thrive in environments where ambitious vision drives the organization, mission matters beyond profit, my influence scales through leadership, and technical excellence serves purpose.
I'm not interested in incremental improvements to established markets. I want to help build what hasn't been built before, solve problems that others say can't be solved, and create tools that empower entire communities.
Technical Work That Lasts
Hydra Image Processor — my open-source GPU library — exemplifies commitment to long-term excellence:
- 12+ years continuous development (first commit August 2013)
- 100x speedups through custom CUDA kernels
- Globally adopted by research institutions
- Still actively used because I prioritized accessible interfaces over raw performance alone
The lesson: The best optimization is one people actually use. Technical depth matters, but so does thoughtful design that serves real workflows.
Let's Connect
I'm passionate about roles where I can shape product vision, bridge technical and business worlds, build production ML systems, lead cross-functional teams, and contribute to projects that make meaningful impact.