Sam C

About Sam C

Sam blends 20 years of software engineering depth with an operator’s discipline and an investor’s strategic lens. His journey began in technology—building distributed systems, leading engineering teams, and solving complex problems through code. That foundation became his edge as he evolved into a founder and operator—turning technical insight into business growth and operational scale.Today, as Partner at SaaS Wealth Fund, Sam invests in and acquires founder-led SaaS and essential service businesses, helping entrepreneurs unlock liquidity while accelerating the next phase of growth. His approach is hands-on, data-driven, and rooted in empathy—recognizing that behind every balance sheet is a story, a team, and a legacy worth protecting.Sam believes that great companies aren’t bought—they’re understood, nurtured, and scaled with precision. Through SaaS Wealth Fund, he partners with founders who built real businesses and want the right steward for their next chapter.Connect with Sam to explore synergies in SaaS investments, value creation strategies, or the intersection of technology and private equity.

Experience

1. Senior Lead Software Engineer

   Amazon

   Jan 2025 — Present · Sunnyvale, CA, US

   Managed the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and architecture design to deployment and support.• Designed and deployed scalable, cloud-native applications using AWS.• Provided architectural guidance for distributed, service-oriented, and microservices-based applications.• Championed best practices in software development, including clean code principles, secure coding standards, and design patterns.• Mentored and coached team members, enhancing skills in cloud platforms, multithreading, and high-performance computing.• Oversaw the implementation of automation frameworks, including CI/CD pipelines, to ensure continuous integration and delivery.• Drove cross-functional collaboration between development, QA, and operations to deliver high-quality, timely product releases.• Conducted performance evaluations, identified training needs, and facilitated professional development plans.• Partnered with stakeholders to align technical strategies with business objectives, ensuring seamless communication and alignment.• Advocated for Agile methodologies, facilitating sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.• Monitored emerging technologies, driving innovation and experimentation to meet evolving market demands.

Education

• Weber State University

  Bachelor's Degree, Software Engineer

  2009 — 2012

• University of South Florida

  Master’s Degree, Computer Science

  2014 — 2016

• Stanford University

  PHD (partial), Computer Science

  2016 — 2016

Skills

• Web Development
• C++
• Pl/Sql
• Nunit
• Mvc
• Visual Studio
• Wpf Development
• Xml
• Wordpress
• Mysql Cluster
• Cli
• Php
• Computer Vision
• Software Development
• Python
• Machine Learning
• C#
• .net
• Php Mvc
• Json
• Data Structures
• Css
• Jira
• Algorithms
• Codeigniter
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Netbeans
• Magento
• C
• Ajax
• Sql
• Linux
• Asp.net
• Cpanel
• Linux Server
• Bash
• Eclipse
• Cuda
• Full Sdlc
• Jquery