Machine Learning Software Development

Drew Anderson

CTO and VP of Engineering with over a decade of expertise in business and software development, specializing in AI applications, multimedia streaming, and cloud computing. Demonstrated success in launching startups and driving significant growth through strategic partnerships and innovative technology solutions. Passionate about leading transformative digital initiatives and optimizing cybersecurity measures, leveraging skills in NoSQL, DevOps, and machine learning to deliver impactful results.

************@*****.*** 408-***-**** Los Gatos, CA

https://linkedin.com/in/drewanderson

WORK EXPERIENCE

Cloud Media Works LLC

Founder CEO/ CTO 04/2016-Present

• -Designed and built the Robot Factory platform using TypeScript, React, OpenAI API, D-ID

• API, and Open API Loopback 4.0 API Gateway, integrating a swarm of intelligent agents

• (http://caratvp.com, https://guttmandev.com)

• -Developed the VaaS platform, revolutionizing cloud network services and digital media

• streaming

• -Created ZAP, an AI-driven ML image recognition PWA for targeted advertising using

• TensorFlow

• -Established strategic industry partnerships across local and national markets, driving

• business growth

• -Led cloud computing innovations with a focus on scalability, sustainability, and security

• -Secured and delivered over 10 enterprise projects through iTexico/Improving, developing

• custom plans, contracts, and SOWs for US clients, generating multi-million-dollar revenue

• -Successfully completed long-term projects in healthcare, AI, supply chain, and enterprise

• applications

• -Scaled the startup into a multi-million-dollar company by aligning technical innovation

• with business strategy

• -Identified emerging market trends, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to expand the

• company’s reach

• -Led product development, launching new services that increased customer engagement

• and revenue

• -Built and managed high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and

• technical excellence-Maintains expertise in emerging technologies, ensuring the company remains at the

• forefront of innovation-Built and managed high-performing teams, fostering a positive and

• collaborative work culture that attracted top talent and enhanced overall productivity.

• -Extensive knowledge and experience in the industry, staying up-to-date with emerging

• technologies.

Crewtura, Inc

vCTO 07/2022–06/2024

• -Led strategic business development launching business from scratch.

• -Designed, directed and builtthe coreAI architecturewith vision, assuringfunding and

• growthfor the company with an18-monthroad map

• -Build and trainedadynamicdistributed teambuilding of10 developersand designers

• successfully creating an exciting and productive engineering culture and from net zero.

• -Applied Agile Scrum development in a hybrid US/Nearshore settingto great extent

• -Coded and designed the entire back-end stack and API’s/DB for multiple micro-services;

• thenhired, trained and handed over todevelopment team.

• -Expertise in leading technical teams and driving strategic initiatives to achieve business

• goals.

• -Proven track record in implementing cutting-edge technologies and optimizing existing

• systems for maximum efficiency.

• -Strong communication skills, able to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams

• to deliver innovative solutions.

• -In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of

• projects within budget constraints.

• -Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate potential risks, ensuring the security and

• stability of technology infrastructure.

Improving / iTexico

vCTO / Consulting Partner -Consulting Partner / Head of Technology (April 2014-Present)

• -Led Business Development and Technology development for notable enterprise and

• startup organizations.

• -Lead architecture, development, and team building in various high-profile clients in

• healthcare (3), enterprise (2), deep tech (2), manufacturing (2), cybersecurity (5) in both

• hardware and software projects over 10 yearswhere we optimized AI-driven security

• solutions, reducing cyber risks by 90% for our clients(Vivix Cyber Security)

• -Expert consulting in cloud architecture, product development, team building, and

• cybersecurity.

• -Specialized in enterprise software, digital transformation, AI, IoT, and mobile

• development.

• -Managed architecture team for multiple US enterprises. xTV, Inc

VP Engineering / Co-Founder 03/2014-03/2016-Co-Founder VP Engineering (May 2014-March 2016)

• -Led R&D, API architecture, and product development, build the core tech stack and

• releasing to production in about 6 months

• -Played a key role in IPO within a year, creating core tech stack, training and hiring a team

• of around20 hardware and software engineers as the company scaled

• -Filed multiple patent applicationsin Advertising, E-Commerce and digital streaming Additional workdetails and references upon request EDUCATION

California State University, Northridge

English Major, CS minor - 3.5 GPA 06/1977

PROJECT

Guttman Development Strategies 2024- present

• Developed complete AI strategy for Sel-Coachin program, designed and build AI- LLM Software Factory stack

SKILLS

• HARD SKILLS

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Prompt Engineering Large Language Models GPT RAG AI Applications Development TensorFlow AI-driven Video and Image Processing

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• Cloud and Cybersecurity Cloud Integration AWS Azure GCP API Security Enterprise Cybersecurity Identity and Access Management IAM Secure API Design

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Software Development and Architecture Full Stack Development JavaScript TypeScript SQL NoSQL React Swift API Design and Microservices Scalable Cloud Architectures DevOps and CI CD

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• Multimedia and Streaming Technologies OTT Platforms Digital Video Distribution Adaptive Streaming HLS DASH AI-driven Content Automation

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• SOFT SKILLS

• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Complex Systems Optimization Crisis Management Analytical Thinking

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• Team Leadership and Operations Technical Team Building Cross-Functional Leadership Hybrid Remote Nearshore Team Management High-Performance Culture Development

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• Communication and Collaboration Executive and Stakeholder Communication Negotiation Conflict Resolution Adaptability

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• BUSINESS SKILLS

• Strategic Business Development Startup Growth Strategy M and A and IPO Readiness Revenue Scaling Market Trend Analysis

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