Josh M.

About Josh M.

I’m a technology leader focused on building modern AI, data, and cloud platforms. Over the past decade I’ve led engineering teams, enterprise architecture initiatives, and large-scale platform transformations across cloud-native applications, data platforms, and AI-driven systems. Currently serving as Director of Application Architecture at Ultimate Medical Academy, I work closely with executive leadership, product teams, and engineering organizations to define and implement our long-term technology strategy. I lead architecture and innovation initiatives spanning AI-assisted software development, data and analytics platforms, and cloud-native application modernization, helping the organization adopt modern engineering practices.Throughout my career I’ve operated at the intersection of technical depth and leadership, designing scalable systems while mentoring engineers and guiding teams through complex initiatives. I’ve led engineering organizations of 10+ developers, spearheaded company-wide architecture initiatives, and partnered with senior executives to translate business strategy into technical roadmaps.I’m particularly passionate about: • Building AI-powered platforms and intelligent systems that operate reliably in production • Designing scalable data architectures that support analytics, machine learning, and real-time decision making • Leading high-performing engineering teams and mentoring the next generation of engineers • Bridging the gap between executive strategy and hands-on engineering execution.I enjoy working with organizations that are serious about modernizing their technology platforms, adopting AI responsibly, and building engineering cultures focused on continuous learning and innovation.Key ExpertiseEngineering Leadership & ArchitectureEngineering team leadership and mentoringEnterprise architecture and platform strategyCloud-native application modernizationCross-functional technical leadershipAI & Data PlatformsDatabricks / Lakehouse architectureAzure OpenAI and generative AI solutionsRetrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)AI system productionization and MLOpsData Lakehouse, medallion architecture, and Data Vault 2.0Cloud & Distributed SystemAzure Cloud architecture and Enterprise Scale Landing ZonesKubernetes and microservices architecturesEvent-driven systems and streaming pipelinesHigh-scale SaaS platformsModern Data EngineeringAzure Databricks, Synapse, Microsoft FabricData pipelines, CDC, and real-time analyticsData governance and platform engineering

Experience

1. Director Application Solutions Architecture

   Vocate Education Solutions

   Sep 2023 — Present · Tampa, FL, US

Education

• Southern Polytechnic State University

  Mechatronic Engineering, Computer Programming/Programmer, General

  2008 — 2010