Systems, Scaled.
I help companies build the rails their systems run on. Specializing in Google Cloud, Platform Engineering, and the emerging field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.
Core Competencies
Engineering the Future
Cloud Architecture
Enterprise-grade Google Cloud and Distributed Cloud solutions. I design resilient, scalable systems that serve as the bedrock for your business operations.
Platform Engineering
Building the "golden paths" for your development teams. I implement Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines to reduce friction and increase velocity.
AI Infrastructure
From strategy to implementation. Whether it is deploying local LLMs, optimizing inference costs, or building AI-driven content pipelines, I architect the rails your AI runs on.
The Approach
Technical Architect vs. Engineer
An engineer builds the bridge. An architect ensures it supports the traffic of tomorrow.
With a deep background in DevOps and Systems Architecture, I do not just write code; I design ecosystems. My focus is on reducing technical debt before it happens, automating the mundane, and ensuring your platform is ready for the AI revolution.
Engagement Tiers
Choose Your Depth
Every engagement is scoped to where you are. Start with a diagnostic, build with a dedicated partner, or retain ongoing fractional leadership.
Foundation
A focused diagnostic engagement that surfaces what your architecture needs and where AI can move the needle. Ends with a clear roadmap, and optionally a working proof of concept.
- ▹Architecture and AI opportunity roadmap
- ▹Written recommendations report
- ▹Optional proof of concept
Architect
The build tier. A structured, milestone-driven engagement that moves from architecture design through to production deployment. Async-first communication with syncs at each milestone.
- ▹Production-ready build
- ▹Architecture documentation and runbooks
- ▹Knowledge transfer session
- ▹Optional retainer transition for ongoing support
Enterprise
Ongoing fractional CTO or fractional architect engagement. Aaron provides architectural direction, decision oversight, and team enablement. Production work is handled by your engineering team or contractors sourced and vetted by Aaron.
- ▹Architecture decision records
- ▹Strategic roadmap and priority updates
- ▹Team enablement sessions
- ▹Contractor sourcing and vetting (optional)
Modular Add-Ons
Bolt On What You Need
Add-ons can be attached to any engagement tier to extend scope, coverage, or access.
Monthly Office Hours
A dedicated monthly block for questions, design reviews, and ad-hoc architecture guidance. Billed as a flat monthly add-on to any active engagement.
Async Architecture Review
Submit designs, RFCs, or pull requests for a structured async review with written feedback and recommendations.
Model Fine-Tuning Sprint
A focused sprint to fine-tune a language model on your domain data and integrate it into your existing stack.
AI Security and Compliance Audit
A structured review of your AI systems for security posture, data handling practices, and compliance exposure.
Post-Launch Monitoring and Optimization
Ongoing observation and tuning of deployed AI systems for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Standalone Services
Independent Entry Points
Fixed-scope services that do not require a full engagement tier. A natural first step for organizations exploring where to start.
AI Readiness Audit
A fixed-scope diagnostic of your organization's readiness to adopt AI. Delivered as a structured report with Prioritized, actionable recommendations.
AI Strategy Workshop
A half or full-day working session to define your AI strategy, identify high-value opportunities, and produce a roadmap you can act on immediately.
Fractional CTO Advisory
Strategic access to principal technical leadership without a full project engagement. Ideal for founders and teams navigating critical architecture or hiring decisions.
Technical Due Diligence
An investor-grade evaluation of an AI-forward startup's technology stack, architecture decisions, and engineering team capabilities.