Jared Clark

About Jared Clark

Lead Platform Engineer (Staff Engineer) specializing in building scalable, secure, and automated cloud platforms within the Microsoft ecosystem. I design and operate enterprise-grade infrastructure that enables engineering teams to ship faster, operate reliably, and scale with confidence. My core focus areas include Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD automation, cloud governance, reliability engineering, and platform enablement.I bring deep experience across Azure, Terraform, DevOps tooling, and cloud-native architecture, while also having worked across multiple ecosystems to deliver cross-platform solutions. I focus on eliminating friction for developers by building paved-road platforms that standardize deployments, improve observability, strengthen security posture, and reduce operational overhead.Beyond architecture and automation, I lead and mentor teams of full-time engineers and contractors, driving alignment between platform strategy and business objectives. I prioritize measurable impact — reducing deployment risk, improving incident response, optimizing cloud spend, and modernizing legacy workflows through automation and AI-driven solutions.I actively leverage AI to solve complex infrastructure and operational challenges for both internal stakeholders and external customers. Whether designing governance frameworks, modernizing CI/CD pipelines, or implementing scalable cloud foundations, my goal is to create resilient, efficient platforms that accelerate innovation.I am passionate about building high-performing teams, driving engineering excellence, and delivering platforms that empower organizations to move fast without compromising stability or security.

Experience

1. Staff Software Engineer

   AvidXchange, Inc.

   Feb 2025 — Present

   Team lead responsibilities include the following:1. Technical LeadershipGuide the team in designing, coding, and implementing software solutions.Enforce coding standards, best practices, and architecture guidelines.Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.Stay updated with emerging technologies and suggest improvements.2. Team Management & MentorshipProvide mentorship and professional growth opportunities for team members.Facilitate knowledge sharing through documentation and presentations.Help resolve technical blockers and ensure a collaborative work environment.3. Project & Sprint ManagementWork with product managers and stakeholders to define project scope and goals.Break down tasks, assign responsibilities, and ensure timely delivery.Monitor progress using Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban.Ensure the team adheres to deadlines and prioritizes tasks effectively.4. Cross-Functional CollaborationAct as a bridge between engineering, product management, and business teams.Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.Ensure alignment with organizational goals and customer needs.5. Quality Assurance & Performance OptimizationPromote test-driven development (TDD) and automated testing.Monitor system performance, security, and scalability.Identify and mitigate technical risks early in the development cycle.6. Hiring & OnboardingParticipate in hiring processes to recruit top engineering talent.Onboard new engineers and ensure a smooth integration into the team.

Education

• Central Piedmont Community College

  Associate's degree, Information Technology

  2013 — 2015

Skills

• Javascript
• Html 5
• Xslt
• Leadership
• Management
• Kali Linux
• Sql
• Asp.net
• Web Development
• C++
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Xsl
• Visual Basic
• Css
• Network Security
• Microsoft Office
• Python
• Visual Studio
• Php
• Programming
• Xml
• Database Administration
• Databases