About Me

Hi, I'm Jay, a seasoned software architect with over 15 years of experience building robust web applications, primarily in the fintech sector.

Based in Johns Creek, Georgia, I currently work at Fiserv in Alpharetta, where I design and scale distributed systems that power secure, high-performance financial platforms. My career has been driven by a passion for delivering quality at speed—whether it's optimizing Next.js applications with Kubernetes clusters, implementing multi-tier caching using Redis, or pioneering AI tools to boost team productivity.

My technical toolkit spans full-stack development, from backend expertise in C# .NET Core to frontend mastery with Angular, Vue, and React.js. I'm also a pro at automation and testing, leveraging Cucumber, Cypress, Puppeteer, and Selenium to ensure seamless CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, Kubernetes, and Helm charts. Over the years, I've led and mentored teams of varying sizes, nurturing talent from fresh college graduates to mid-career professionals, helping them grow into high-impact contributors.

Beyond code, I'm an avid sportsman and USPSA enthusiast. I practice drills with a timer to sharpen my skills, aiming for Grandmaster status—it's a thrilling way to balance precision, speed, and strategy, much like architecting complex software. This hobby keeps me grounded and reminds me of the importance of discipline and continuous improvement in all aspects of life. When I'm not at the range or coding, I enjoy family time in Johns Creek, exploring local spots like the Baptist church community, or diving into games like Elden Ring for some creative downtime.

I'm always excited about new challenges, whether it's building innovative apps like a family-friendly finance dashboard or a USPSA drill tracker. If you're looking to collaborate on fintech projects, optimize your team's workflow, or just chat about competitive shooting, let's connect—I'm here to turn ideas into reality.