Elite Palantir/DataBricks Architect, Engineer, Scientist, and Writer
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I am a scientist and author currently employed as an elite data master tasked with designing, developing, building and maintaining data piplelines in Palantir and DataBricks that support a variety of machine learning and artificial intelligence analytics serving U.S. healthcare and commercial supply chain enterprises.
USAF Air Command and Staff College
Master's Certificate Equivalent (Correspondence Education), Air Command and Staff College, Military and Strategic Leadership
January 1, 2016 – January 1, 2017
Wright State University
Master of Information Systems, Business
January 1, 2012 – January 1, 2013
University of Houston
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Bioinformatics
January 1, 2006 – January 1, 2011
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Master of Science, PHYSICAL SCIENCES
January 1, 2004 – January 1, 2006
The University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), PHYSICAL SCIENCES
January 1, 1988 – January 1, 1996
Foxtrot Services
Forward Deployed Engineer, Palantir Technologies
May 1, 2026 – Present
Washington DC-Baltimore Area · Remote
Mayo Clinic
Forward Deployed Data Engineer, Palantir Technologies (The HCI Group)
March 1, 2025 – May 1, 2026
Remote
Annexus Health
Senior Data Engineer
June 1, 2023 – March 1, 2025
Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, United States · Remote
Palantir Technologies
Senior Data Engineer (NIH, K-Force)
February 1, 2022 – June 1, 2023
Washington DC
Booz Allen Hamilton
Senior Lead Data Scientist
February 1, 2019 – February 1, 2022
Washington DC-Baltimore Area
Noblis
Deep Learning Software Analyst (SETA)
January 1, 2018 – February 1, 2019
Washington DC-Baltimore Area
United States Air Force
Bioinformatics Research Scientist
August 1, 2007 – January 1, 2018
United States Air Force Research Laboratory, WPAFB, OH
ITT Technical Institute
IT Instructor
September 1, 2001 – June 1, 2006
Kronos Incorporated
Software Application Consultant II
January 1, 1999 – April 1, 2001
Dallas, Texas
The SSI Group, LLC
Implementation Representative
March 1, 1997 – January 1, 1999
Dallas, Texas
NanoDose
May 1, 2015 – Present
A universal app for Windows, Android and iOS for calculating the nanoparticle dose delivered to cells based on input from laboratory equipment and the selection of specific physical constants.
AFFECTS - Air Force Fueling and Exercise-Conditioning System
March 1, 2015 – Present
A universal app for Windows, Android and iOS designed to reduce the need for physiological expertise during standard USAF physical training while enhancing consistency and performance and reducing injuries.
Clarity Bioanalytics
March 1, 2015 – Present
Application of machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies (specifically, neural networks and convolutional neural networks) to the resolution of 2D microscopy imaging of toxicological insults with further application to the quantification of SNP-based genomic influences on pathological outcomes attributable to inherited vulnerabilities/resistances to same.
appBook.biz
March 1, 2013 – Present
A simple, affordable method for converting text documents into apps for iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows Phone and Windows Metro systems - includes a series of word puzzles to enhance appeal and marketability of the appBook - currently we are the only iPhone-capable vendor of such services on the planet!
Base123 - Novel Methods for Discovery of RNA Structures
January 1, 2012 – Present
Confidential research intended to gain insight into the identity and role of mono-polymeric RNA sequences having significant effect on human physiology.
Jet Fuel Mixture Comparer
August 1, 2011 – Present
Research and application development intended to identify significant similarities and differences between chemical mixtures constituting modern alternative jet fuels as compared to traditional petro-chemical jet fuels.
Academy Accreditation - Databricks Lakehouse Platform Essentials
Databricks
June 24, 2026 – Present
Mastering Technical Debt: An Introduction by CodeScene
Technical Debt Course
June 24, 2026 – Present
Machine Learning on AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
June 24, 2026 – Present
Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute
June 24, 2026 – Present
Cultural Fit Analysis
The candidate demonstrates a strong cultural fit for roles requiring innovation, problem-solving, and adaptability, evidenced by their diverse project portfolio (personal apps, confidential research) and experience in various high-stakes environments (USAF, DHS, NIH, Mayo Clinic). Their academic background in Bioinformatics and Information Systems, combined with practical application of ML/AI, suggests a continuous learning mindset. The breadth of experience from IT instruction to deep learning analysis indicates a versatile individual capable of contributing across different organizational needs.
Soft Skills & Operational Fit
The candidate's experience as a Forward Deployed Engineer and Senior Lead Data Scientist suggests strong problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership skills. The descriptions of working with subject matter experts and leading teams indicate good communication and operational fit for complex, mission-critical environments. The ability to complete assignments ahead of schedule (e.g., Palantir NIH project) points to efficiency and strong work ethic.