About
Hello, I’m Derek Link to heading
Software Architect with 11+ years of experience building enterprise-scale systems in SaaS and healthcare sectors. I specialize in cloud-native architectures, AI-assisted development, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
Technical Expertise Link to heading
TypeScript
JavaScript
Node.js
NestJS
AWS
PostgreSQL
MySQL
MongoDB
Redis
Docker
Java
Spring Boot
Core Competencies:
- Serverless & cloud-native architecture design
- API design & system integration
- CI/CD pipeline development with GitHub Actions
- Database design & optimization
- Infrastructure as Code with Terraform
- AI-assisted development workflows
- Technical leadership & team mentoring
Experience Link to heading
My work focuses on accelerating delivery through AI-assisted development and cloud-native architecture while maintaining zero-downtime operations at scale.
What I’m About Link to heading
I’m driven by the challenge of building systems that scale and the opportunity to accelerate teams through better tools and practices. My approach combines:
- Cloud-Native Architecture - Designing serverless and containerized solutions that leverage modern cloud platforms
- AI-Powered Development - Utilizing Claude.AI and Cursor to accelerate delivery by 40-75% while maintaining quality
- Zero-Downtime Operations - Building resilient systems with proven migration strategies
- Team Excellence - Mentoring engineers and establishing practices that elevate entire organizations
Currently Link to heading
- Exploring advanced AI-assisted development workflows
- Contributing to the evolution of cloud-native architectures
- Based in Denver, CO