Building software is not just about writing code. It's about designing systems that solve real business problems and continue to work as products grow. I'm a Software Engineer with 15+ years of experience designing, building, and maintaining web applications, backend systems, and AI-enabled products across commerce, healthcare, education, sports media, and transportation domains. My background spans system architecture, API development, database design, deployment, and long-term product maintenance. My core expertise is Ruby on Rails and backend engineering, with a strong focus on building reliable, maintainable, and scalable systems. In recent years, I've also been integrating AI capabilities into real-world applications, including multimodal experiences, semantic search, AI-assisted workflows, and LLM-powered features. I enjoy working on products from idea to production and collaborating closely with founders, product teams, and businesses to turn requirements into working software. What I can help you with: • Ruby on Rails application development • Backend architecture and system design • REST API development and integrations • PostgreSQL database design and optimization • AI-powered product features and LLM integrations • Semantic search and retrieval systems • Workflow automation and business systems • Commerce and SaaS platforms • Legacy Rails modernization and maintenance • Docker-based deployment workflows If you're looking for an engineer who can combine solid backend architecture with modern AI capabilities and product thinking, I'd be happy to discuss your project.