As an Engineering Manager, I successfully transitioned from a Senior Software Engineer, rapidly scaling my responsibilities from managing 2 to 12 direct reports across 3 teams within my first year. I led two high-performing teams selected for the pivotal Leafly x UberEats pilot project, ensuring seamless cross-team collaboration and timely delivery. Additionally, I designed and launched an organization-wide Request For Comments (RFC) process to streamline the proposal and discussion of engineering changes. My strategic planning played a key role in organizational restructuring, where I carefully balanced skill levels, technical expertise, and interpersonal dynamics to optimize team performance and compatibility.

As a Senior Software Engineer at Leafly, I developed a new API endpoint that enabled filtering of cannabis strains by effects, THC levels, strain types, terpenes, and flavors on the strains index page. Quickly establishing expertise in critical backend systems, I facilitated the timely completion of the Strain Filters project. I also led initiatives to enhance frontend test coverage, organizing retrospectives and meetings to implement best testing practices across the team. Additionally, I provided consultancy on the Strain Quiz project, guiding data modeling design and technical planning to ensure successful execution within a tight deadline.

As a Senior Software Engineer at Artsy, I spearheaded several high-impact initiatives that improved both user experience and internal processes. I developed a key iOS feature that enhanced communication efficiency, reducing the average message count between collectors and galleries by 28% and accelerating purchase decisions. Collaborating closely with the product team, I implemented a new categorized dropdown menu that significantly improved overall user navigation. On the organizational front, I designed and launched a scalable peer learning initiative to facilitate the engineering team's transition to React Native. Additionally, I established a bi-annual technical skills assessment program, providing valuable insights that informed targeted learning opportunities and strategic hiring decisions.

At Artsy, I drove significant technical and business improvements across multiple areas. I led the redesign of the account creation onboarding flow using React, enhancing user acquisition. My development of curated artwork collection pages boosted commercial activity, resulting in a 30% increase in Gross Merchandise Value. I streamlined operations by creating an admin tool that automated a previously manual batch upload process. Beyond coding, I demonstrated thought leadership by authoring a widely-shared article on supportive engineering environments and was selected by peers for a crucial committee tasked with shaping new company values.