Building AI automations &

bullet-proof backends

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I'm Steven Mays, a senior backend engineer crafting scalable, serverless solutions and AI-driven platforms that reduce costs, accelerate growth, and drive measurable business outcomes.

About Me

Hi, I'm Steven Mays

A lead backend software engineer with nearly two decades of experience building cloud-native, serverless, and AI-enhanced solutions. I've architected high-impact systems across fintech, e-commerce, public utilities, and SaaS. I consistently optimize for scalability, cost efficiency, and business value.

Architected and scaled robust backend systems across fintech, e-commerce, utilities, and SaaS.

Specialized in event-driven architectures, real-time data processing, and AI-powered automation.

Impact & Results

Driving Business Value Through Technology

Measurable outcomes that demonstrate the power of strategic engineering leadership.

50% Cost Reduction

Migrated legacy infrastructure to serverless architecture, dramatically reducing operational overhead.

$1M+ Revenue Impact

Automated ad optimization engine that accelerated creation by 80% and maximized ROI.

40% Performance Boost

Optimized database queries and API responses for high-traffic production systems.

400% YoY Growth

Scaled consulting firm from solo founder to 12-person team in under 2 years.

Technical Proficiency

Core Competencies

100%
Backend Engineering
100%
Cloud Architecture
95%
DevOps & Infrastructure
60%
Frontend Development

Core Expertise

Proven Impact, Scalable Results

Delivering real-world solutions that transform complex business problems into measurable successes.

Serverless Backend Architectures

Architecting event-driven microservices, APIs, and real-time data processing systems on AWS, reducing operational overhead and costs.

AI Integration & Automation

Building production-grade AI tools like the startup generator, leveraging Google Gemini API with robust JSON parsing and cost-effective serverless architecture.

Leadership & Mentorship

Building high-performing engineering teams through strategic mentorship, code reviews, and effective training programs.

Technical Stack

Cutting-Edge Tools & Frameworks

Deep experience across modern development languages, frameworks, cloud infrastructure, and databases.

Languages & Frameworks

Node.js, TypeScript, Go, C#, GraphQL, NestJS, Serverless Framework, ASP.NET

Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS (Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, API Gateway, CloudFormation), Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD

Databases & Storage

PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch

Messaging & Events

Event-Driven Architecture, NATS, RabbitMQ, AWS SQS/SNS, Kinesis

DevOps & Automation

GitHub Actions, Semantic Release, Infrastructure as Code, Monitoring

AI & Machine Learning

Generative AI Integration, LLM Prompting, Google Gemini, Claude, GPT

Industry Experience

Wide-Ranging Domain Expertise

I've led successful engineering initiatives in diverse sectors, driving innovation, efficiency, and growth through technology.

E-commerce

Automated ad platforms, affiliate management, and AI-enhanced product experiences generating $1M+ annual revenue impact.

Fintech

Secure and compliant backend systems powering mobile payments, loyalty programs, and investment management.

Enterprise & Utilities

Robust backend solutions for real-time warehouse automation, asset tracking, and enterprise integrations.

Technology Consulting

Founded a tech consultancy, scaling rapidly and providing CTO-level strategic leadership to early stage startups.

Let’s Build Something Extraordinary

Need a seasoned backend expert or AI strategist? Let's collaborate and turn your ideas into impactful realities.

Insights & Strategies

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