Hi, I'm David. I'm an experienced technology leader helping companies adopt AI to fundamentally transform how software is built and delivered.
About me
I began my career as a software engineer driven by a passion for building systems that solve real-world problems. Over the years, that passion evolved into a mission: to lead teams that create technology with purpose, scale, and impact.
Starting in engineering roles and rising through the ranks, I have built a rewarding career helping early growth-stage companies mature their processes, technologies and team topologies to become more efficient and to deliver high-quality products more reliably.
Though my focus is now on leading technology organizations, I remain highly technical and hands on. Continuing to invest in my technical knowledge allows me to deliver a unique blend of technical solutions and customer-focused outcomes.
My skills
- AI Adoption
- AI-native Development
- Strategic Planning
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Team Topologies
- Information Security
- Compliance Certifications
- Software Architecture
- AWS
- Infrastructure as Code
- SaaS
- DevOps
- Agile Methodologies
- Continuous Delivery
- Cloud Automation
- Test Automation
Executive Experience
Technical Advisor
Kinovate Ventures
I define AI usage patterns and architect AI agent integration, establishing the technical foundation for AI-native product delivery.
2025 - presentTechnical Advisor
Coursedog
I advise on AI adoption strategy, defining usage patterns to accelerate AI integration across the academic operations platform.
2025 - presentSenior Vice President, Engineering
Interfolio from Elsevier
I led the software engineering team, doubling the team size and growing the revenue by 125%. Interfolio was acquired by Elsevier in 2022.
2019 - 2025Head of Digital Product and Software Delivery Architecture
Capital One
I oversaw the architecture of Capital One's digital banking platform and continuous delivery pipeline.
2018 - 2019Chief Technology Officer
Teaching Strategies
I led the software engineering team, growing our revenue and leading to the sale of the company to private equity investors.
2015 - 2018Vice President, Chief Architect
Blackboard
I held increasingly senior positions at Blackboard, ultimately serving as Chief Architect on their flagship product, Blackboard Learn.
2005 - 2015