Highly versatile professional with a unique interdisciplinary background, holding a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Architecture. Currently serves as Faculty Lecturer at Cal Poly's Computer Science and Software Engineering Department. Extensive industry experience as Product Designer, Design Systems Leader, and Frontend Engineer at tech companies including Conviva, VMware, and Apple. Also a licensed architect in California, blending design, technology, and education throughout a multifaceted career.