Arash Saffarnia

About Arash Saffarnia

Experienced software engineering leader dedicated to developing scalable and innovative solutions using Google Cloud and AWS. Expert in designing robust Ad Serving and Data Management Platforms with extensive knowledge in Generative AI, driving strategic decision-making and innovation. Proven track record in deploying critical applications in fast-paced settings. Deep expertise across digital advertising, media, SaaS, distributed systems, and Agile methodologies, with a strategic focus on utilizing AI and machine learning to address complex challenges and enhance product development. Committed to leading technological advancements and digital transformation.Key Skills:Technical Proficiency:• Cloud Computing: Advanced proficiency in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and AWS for architecting, implementing, and scaling software solutions. Expertise in cloud-native technologies and serverless architectures to enhance system scalability and efficiency.• DevOps & Security: Skilled in embedding DevOps methodologies and security principles throughout the software development life cycle. Practices include Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Software Composition Analysis (SCA), and routine penetration testing to ensure robust application security.• Distributed Systems Design: Demonstrated capability in designing and developing distributed systems capable of managing high traffic volumes and processing terabytes to petabytes of data with high efficiency.• Data Management & Big Data Technologies: Hands-on experience with MySQL, BigQuery, Hadoop & Hive, Aerospike, MongoDB, and Couchbase for managing large-scale data solutions.• Programming Languages & Development: Proficient in Python, Java, C and SQL

Experience

1. Chief Architect & SVP Engineering

   Cadent

   Jan 2024 — Present · San Jose, CA, US

   Driving product evolution with Agentic AI, Google\'s Vertex AI and BigQuery to significantly enhance search capabilities and deliver intelligent anomaly detection.• Develop and implement overarching technological strategies to align with both immediate and long-term business goals.• Provide product-specific architectural guidance to optimize performance and encourage innovation.• Collaborate closely with Product teams and internal stakeholders to design the architecture of core products, integrating advanced solutions such as microservices and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).• Continuously explore emerging technologies to maintain and advance our architecture\'s resilience and industry-leading standards.• Demonstrate strategic vision and technical expertise to elevate product architecture and support organizational growth.

Education

• San Francisco State University

  Bachelor of Science: Computer Science, Physics, Applied Math

Skills

• Software Development
• Scrum
• Agile Application Development
• Xml
• IT Management
• Java
• Ruby
• Mysql
• Distributed Systems
• Mobile Devices
• Object Oriented Design
• IT Solutions
• Android
• Architectures
• Enterprise Mobility
• Javascript
• Sql
• Office 365
• Web Services
• Mobility Strategy
• Oracle
• IT Strategy
• Integration
• Sdlc
• Leadership Development
• IT Service Management
• Mongodb
• IT Outsourcing
• Oop
• E-Commerce
• Agile Methodologies
• Sharepoint
• Apache
• Postgresql
• Databases
• Leadership
• Shell Scripting
• Saas
• Enterprise Software
• Php