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Sawyer J. Klahs
Senior Software Engineer & Team Lead
With over 10 years of professional experience, I have a proven ability to solve complex technical problems and drive technical strategy. I bring a startup mindset to all projects, emphasizing efficient, cost-effective solutions. Passionate about automation, AI, and fostering a culture of technical excellence.
Technical Skills
Cloud & Architecture
EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFront
Cloud Functions, Cloud Run, Vertex AI, Storage, Pub/Sub
Firestore, Auth, Hosting, Genkit, Cloud Messaging
Stack & Technologies
Python, Dart, JavaScript, C++, Ada, Java, Rust, SQL, QML
Django, Flutter, Vue.js, React, NodeJS, Qt
AI Agents & MCP
DevOps & Tools
Docker, Kubernetes
GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins
Antigravity, Ansible, Git, VS Code, Android Studio
Professional Experience
The Boeing Company
Aug 2017 – Present- Selected as Technical Fellow Assistant to align visionary technical decisions with organizational strategy.
- Architected 'Compass': An AWS-hosted platform (Python/Django) standardizing metrics for 6000+ engineers. Built automated collection and visualization systems.
- Developed applications for F15 Eagle and F22 Raptor programs, including embedded/simulated software (C++, Ada, Linux).
- Facilitated VP-level presentations on roadmap and milestones.
- Mentored junior engineers and fostered a culture of collaboration.
Maritz Motivation Solutions
Jun 2016 – Aug 2017- Developed ASP.NET solutions on Microsoft Azure.
- Managed backend SQL databases for loyalty software products.
- Previously served as Technical Project Manager Intern (2015), leading cross-functional teams.
Westminster College
Aug 2013 – May 2014- Developed a C++ inventory management system to streamline IT operations.
- Maintained campus-wide computer systems.
Education
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Graduate Certificate, Computational Intelligence
Dec 2019 • GPA: 3.8 / 4.0
Webster University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Aug 2016 • GPA: 3.6 / 4.0
Minor in Web Development • Certificate in Leadership
Professional Inquiry
Interested in discussing Cloud Architecture, Technical Leadership, or AI integration?
Balance & Growth.
While I engineer systems by day, I spend my free time grounding myself in nature, fitness, and continuous learning.
Health & Wellness
Maintaining physical vitality is a priority. My routine focuses on weightlifting, flexibility, and nutrition to balance the sedentary nature of software engineering.
Family & Friends
Life is better shared. Whether it's hiking with the pets or spending quality time with family and friends, I prioritize meaningful connections.
Education & Learning
I am committed to lifelong learning through reading books, articles, and taking classes. I constantly seek to expand my knowledge base.
Hands-On Living
There is a unique satisfaction in building things in the physical world. My "offline" time is often spent on DIY projects, renovating my 1986 ranch-style home, or working in the garden.
Whether it's raising chickens or fixing a fence, these tasks provide a grounding counterweight to the abstract complexity of software architecture.
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