Dynamic and results-driven lead full-stack software engineer with deep expertise across the modern development stack (.NET, Angular, React) and extensive experience delivering enterprise-grade applications on Azure and AWS. Equally fluent in building robust backend systems and rich front-end experiences, with recent specialization in AI/ML, computer vision, NLP, deep learning, transformer models, embeddings, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and intelligent agent architectures. Proven leader of cross-functional teams driving system modernization, and the integration of intelligent technologies that translate innovation into measurable business value.

John Roma

Dynamic and results-driven lead full-stack software engineer with deep expertise across the modern development stack (.NET, Angular, React) and extensive experience delivering enterprise-grade applications on Azure and AWS. Equally fluent in building robust backend systems and rich front-end experiences, with recent specialization in AI/ML, computer vision, NLP, deep learning, transformer models, embeddings, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and intelligent agent architectures. Proven leader of cross-functional teams driving system modernization, and the integration of intelligent technologies that translate innovation into measurable business value.

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Dynamic and results-driven lead full-stack software engineer with deep expertise across the modern development stack (.NET, Angular, React) and extensive experience delivering enterprise-grade applications on Azure and AWS. Equally fluent in building robust backend systems and rich front-end experiences, with recent specialization in AI/ML, computer vision, NLP, deep learning, transformer models, embeddings, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and intelligent agent architectures.

Proven leader of cross-functional teams driving system modernization, and the integration of intelligent technologies that translate innovation into measurable business value.

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Work Experience

Senior AI/ML Engineer at Climate Pros LLC
August 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of FieldJetX ERP, architecting scalable, distributed systems with C#/.NET Core and Angular 18, embedding AI extensibility for OpenAI API and RAG-based automation workflows. Designed and implemented Retrieval-Augmented Generation pipelines integrating PostgreSQL/pgvector, Pinecone, and Azure OpenAI for context-aware LLM responses in document summarization, semantic search, and intelligent task orchestration. Built LLM-driven workflow orchestration using prompt engineering, vector embeddings, and LangChain/Semantic Kernel; modernized legacy systems into microservices; optimized CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and Git to accelerate AI system delivery.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Esight Technologies
August 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of AI-powered smart parking solutions for airports and large structures, leveraging Python, TensorFlow, and OpenCV for real-time computer vision pipelines (object detection, feature extraction, classification, anomaly detection). Architected IoT-enabled edge AI systems integrating CV inference, LPR, and deep learning–driven event logic for real-time decision-making and analytics dashboards; deployed scalable microservices on Azure with distributed edge-cloud communication (SignalR, WebRTC, Docker/Kubernetes).
Senior Software Engineer at LPL Financial
March 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Engineered full-stack solutions using C# and .NET Core, architecting backend services aligned with AI-driven financial insight modules and intelligent automation. Designed and developed intuitive Angular 16 UIs; built Dockerized microservices for scalable deployments within containerized fintech environments.
Senior Software Engineer at Spirion
March 1, 2022 - October 10, 2025
Led cloud-based modernization of the Sensitive Data Manager platform on Azure, scaling intelligent data handling and classification workflows across enterprise environments. Integrated Azure SQL, Azure Functions, and App Services to deliver secure, high-performance solutions; collaborated with product and customer success teams to design features informed by real-world feedback, improving automation and smart data detection capabilities.
Senior Software Engineer at Rapid Recon
November 1, 2020 - October 10, 2025
Architected real-time data synchronization across 2,000+ auto dealerships, enabling intelligent data pipelines with high-accuracy analytics. Developed AWS Lambda serverless functions for GPS tracking, optimizing resource usage and reducing infrastructure costs.
Senior AI Engineer at University Hospital
May 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
UHNOW Referral Ease mobile app to streamline physician referrals across 200+ facilities. Improved referral accuracy by 30% through AI-driven provider matching algorithms.
Senior Software Engineer at Medical Mutual
July 1, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Transitioned MyHealthPlan to MVC architecture, enhancing scalability and performance; introduced real-time monitoring systems, reducing downtime by 35%.
Senior Software Engineer at General Motors, Philips Medical, Diebold
August 1, 2013 - October 10, 2025
Built early computer vision systems with CNNs; led Gemini PET/CT scanner software work at Philips, cutting development cycles with simulators; engineered ATM remote management for 50,000+ terminals, enabling automated deployment.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Climate Pros LLC
August 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of FieldJetX ERP, architecting scalable, distributed systems using C#/.NET Core and Angular 18, embedding AI extensibility into the architecture for OpenAI API and RAG-based automation workflows. Designed and implemented Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines integrating PostgreSQL/pgvector, Pinecone, and Azure OpenAI, enabling context-aware LLM responses for document summarization, semantic search, and intelligent task orchestration. Built LLM-driven workflow orchestration using prompt engineering, vector embeddings, and LangChain/Semantic Kernel, supporting adaptive automation for internal operations and natural language query handling across ERP modules. Modernized legacy systems into microservices architecture using .NET Core, SQL Server, and RESTful APIs, ensuring 99.9% uptime for financial and operational systems. Optimized CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and Git, automating model deployment, container builds, and environment promotion to accelerate it
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Ensight Technologies
August 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of AI-powered smart parking solutions using Python, TensorFlow, and OpenCV for airports and large parking structures, leveraging CNN and AI/ML to optimize parking management. Designed and optimized real-time computer vision pipelines for object detection, feature extraction, classification, and anomaly detection, leveraging TensorFlow, PyTorch, and ONNX for efficient model training and deployment. Architected and deployed IoT-enabled edge AI systems combining computer vision inference, LPR, and deep learning–based event logic for real-time decision-making and analytics dashboards. Implemented scalable microservice and event-driven architectures on Azure, integrating SignalR, WebRTC, and containerized (Docker/Kubernetes) AI workloads for distributed edge-cloud communication.
Senior Software Engineer at LPL Financial
March 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Engineered full-stack solutions using C# and .NET Core, architecting backend services optimized for integration with AI-driven financial insight modules and intelligent automation. Designed and developed intuitive user interfaces with Angular 16, improving user interaction environments. Built Dockerized microservices, enabling scalable deployments and seamless integration within containerized fintech environments.
Senior Software Engineer at SPIRION
March 1, 2022 - October 10, 2025
Spearheaded cloud-based modernization of the Sensitive Data Manager platform, leveraging Azure to scale intelligent data handling and classification processes across enterprise environments. Integrated advanced Azure services (Azure SQL, Azure Functions, and App Services) to deliver secure, high-performance solutions aligned with privacy-first data intelligence workflows. Collaborated with product and customer success teams to design and implement features influenced by real-world user feedback, improving automation and smart data detection capabilities.
Senior Software Engineer at Rapid Recon
November 1, 2020 - October 10, 2025
Architected real-time data synchronization across 2,000+ auto dealerships, laying the foundation for intelligent data pipelines and ensuring high-accuracy analytics and operational alignment. Developed AWS Lambda serverless functions for efficient GPS tracking of vehicles, optimizing resource usage, scalability, and reducing infrastructure costs.
Senior AI Engineer at University Hospital
May 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Streamlined physician referrals with UHNOW Referral Ease mobile app, adopted across 200+ facilities. Improved referral accuracy by 30% through AI-driven provider matching algorithms.
Senior Software Engineer at Medical Mutual
July 1, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Transitioned enterprise application MyHealthPlan to MVC architecture, enhancing scalability and performance. Introduced real-time monitoring systems, reducing downtime by 35%.
Senior Software Engineer at General Motors / Philips Medical / Diebold
August 1, 2013 - October 10, 2025
Built early computer vision systems at GM using CNNs, increasing inspection accuracy by 25%. Led development of Gemini PET/CT scanners at Philips, cutting dev cycles by 30% with software simulators. Engineered ATM remote management at Diebold for 50,000+ terminals, automated deployment with Python.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Climate Pros LLC
August 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of FieldJetX ERP, architecting scalable distributed systems using C#/.NET Core and Angular 18, embedding AI extensibility for OpenAI API and RAG-based automation workflows. Designed and implemented Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines integrating PostgreSQL/pgvector, Pinecone, and Azure OpenAI, enabling context-aware LLM responses for document summarization, semantic search, and intelligent task orchestration. Built LLM-driven workflow orchestration using prompt engineering, vector embeddings, and LangChain/Semantic Kernel, supporting adaptive automation for internal operations and natural language query handling across ERP modules. Modernized legacy systems into microservices architecture using .NET Core, SQL Server, and RESTful APIs, achieving 99.9% uptime for financial and operational systems. Optimized CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and Git, automating model deployment, container builds, and environment promotion.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Ensight Technologies
August 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of AI-powered smart parking solutions using Python, TensorFlow, and OpenCV for airports and large parking structures. Designed and optimized real-time computer vision pipelines for object detection, feature extraction, classification, and anomaly detection, leveraging TensorFlow, PyTorch, and ONNX for efficient model training and deployment. Architected and deployed IoT-enabled edge AI systems combining CV inference, LPR (License Plate Recognition), and deep learning–based event logic for real-time decision-making and analytics dashboards. Implemented scalable microservice and event-driven architectures on Azure, integrating SignalR, WebRTC, and containerized (Docker/Kubernetes) AI workloads for distributed edge-cloud communication.
Senior Software Engineer at LPL Financial
March 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Engineered full-stack solutions using C# and .NET Core, architecting backend services optimized for integration with AI-driven financial insight modules and intelligent automation. Designed and developed intuitive user interfaces with Angular 16, improving user interaction environments. Built Dockerized microservices, enabling scalable deployments and seamless integration within containerized fintech environments.
Senior Software Engineer at SPIRION
March 1, 2022 - October 10, 2025
Spearheaded cloud-based modernization of the Sensitive Data Manager platform, leveraging Azure to scale intelligent data handling and classification processes across enterprise environments. Integrated advanced Azure services (Azure SQL, Azure Functions, and App Services) to deliver secure, high-performance solutions aligned with privacy-first data intelligence workflows. Collaborated with product and customer success teams to design and implement features influenced by real-world user feedback, improving automation and smart data detection capabilities.
Senior Software Engineer at Rapid Recon
November 1, 2020 - October 10, 2025
Architected real-time data synchronization across 2,000+ auto dealerships, laying the foundation for intelligent data pipelines and ensuring high-accuracy analytics and operational alignment. Developed AWS Lambda serverless functions for efficient GPS tracking of vehicles, optimizing resource usage, scalability, and reducing infrastructure costs.
Senior AI Engineer at University Hospital
May 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
UHNOW Referral Ease mobile app to streamline physician referrals, adopted across 200+ facilities. Improved referral accuracy by 30% through AI-driven provider matching algorithms.
Senior Software Engineer at Medical Mutual
July 1, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Transitioned MyHealthPlan to MVC architecture, improving scalability and performance. Implemented real-time monitoring, reducing downtime by 35%.
Senior Software Engineer at General Motors, Philips Medical, Diebold
August 1, 2013 - October 10, 2025
Early engineering career across computer vision and ATM development: Built CNN-based vision for GM inspections increasing accuracy by 25%; Led Philips Gemini PET/CT scanners development with software simulators; Diebold ATM remote management for 50,000+ terminals with automated Python deployments.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Climate Pros LLC
August 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of FieldJetX ERP, architecting scalable, distributed systems using C#/.NET Core and Angular 18, embedding AI extensibility for OpenAI API and RAG-based automation workflows. Designed and implemented Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines with PostgreSQL/pgvector, Pinecone, and Azure OpenAI for context-aware document summarization, semantic search, and intelligent task orchestration. Built LLM-driven workflow orchestration using prompt engineering, embeddings, LangChain/Semantic Kernel; modernized legacy systems into microservices; optimized CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and Git, automating model deployment and environment promotion.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at EnSight Technologies
August 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of AI-powered smart parking solutions for airports and large parking structures using Python, TensorFlow, and OpenCV. Designed and optimized real-time computer vision pipelines for object detection, feature extraction, classification, and anomaly detection. Architected IoT-enabled edge AI systems combining CV inference, LPR, and deep learning–driven event logic for real-time decisions and analytics dashboards; implemented scalable microservice and event-driven architectures on Azure with SignalR, WebRTC, and containerized workloads (Docker/Kubernetes).
Senior Software Engineer at LPL Financial
March 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Engineered full-stack solutions using C# and .NET Core, architecting backend services optimized for AI-driven financial insight modules and intelligent automation. Designed and developed intuitive UIs with Angular 16, improving user interactions. Built Dockerized microservices for scalable deployments and seamless integration within containerized fintech environments.
Senior Software Engineer at SPIRION
March 1, 2022 - October 10, 2025
Spearheaded cloud-based modernization of the Sensitive Data Manager platform, leveraging Azure to scale intelligent data handling and classification across enterprise environments. Integrated advanced Azure services (Azure SQL, Azure Functions, App Services) to deliver secure, high-performance solutions aligned with privacy-first data intelligence workflows. Collaborated with product and customer success teams to design and implement features influenced by real-world feedback, improving automation and smart data detection capabilities.
Senior Software Engineer at Rapid Recon
November 1, 2020 - October 10, 2025
Architected real-time data synchronization across 2,000+ auto dealerships, laying the foundation for intelligent data pipelines and ensuring high-accuracy analytics and operational alignment. Developed AWS Lambda serverless functions for efficient GPS tracking of vehicles, optimizing resource usage, scalability, and reducing infrastructure costs.
Senior AI Engineer at University Hospital
May 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
UHNOW Referral Ease mobile app, adopted across 200+ facilities. Improved referral accuracy by 30% through AI-driven provider matching algorithms.
Senior Software Engineer at Medical Mutual
July 1, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Transitioned enterprise MyHealthPlan to MVC architecture, enhancing scalability and performance. Introduced real-time monitoring systems, reducing downtime by 35%.
Senior Software Engineer at General Motors / Philips Medical / Diebold
August 1, 2013 - October 10, 2025
Early career across GM, Philips Medical, and Diebold: built early computer vision systems using CNNs to improve inspection accuracy by 25% (GM); led development of Gemini PET/CT scanners at Philips with software simulators to cut development cycles by 30%; engineered ATM remote management at Diebold for 50,000+ terminals with Python-based deployments.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Climate Pros LLC
August 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Led development of FieldJetX ERP system, building scalable, distributed systems with C#/.NET and Angular 18 while embedding AI extensibility into the architecture to support OpenAI API integration and future LLM-driven automations. Designed and implemented LLM-driven workflows through OpenAI APIs, applying prompt engineering techniques for dynamic task generation, document summarization, and natural language query handling. Led design microservices architecture using .NET Core and SQL Server, troubleshooting legacy systems while ensuring 99.9% uptime for critical financial services. Optimized CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps and Git, streamlining deployments and improving development.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Ensight Technologies
August 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Led the development of AI-powered smart parking solutions using Python, TensorFlow, and OpenCV for airports and large parking structures, leveraging CNN and AI/ML to optimize parking management. Designed and implemented core Python-based systems for real-time computer vision tasks, including object detection, feature extraction, and classification. Trained deep learning models using TensorFlow and PyTorch for various computer vision applications. Architected IoT + cloud systems for real-time vehicle detection, LPR, and deep learning-based parking logic. Deployed cloud-based parking solutions on Azure, integrating WebRTC, SignalR, Microservices.
Founder & AI Engineer at Amor Roma LLC
August 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and deployed two custom GPT-based systems products (SoulMirror & Akasha) using OpenAI’s API for spiritual insight and relational transformation. Prompt engineered structured prompt chains, JSON formatting constraints, and fine-tuned tone/behavior. Built front-end using React and integrated secure backend logic for user input handling and API communication. Actively exploring embedding/RAG for future Akasha retrieval layer.
Senior Software Engineer at LPL Financial
March 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Engineered full-stack solutions using C# and .NET Core, architecting backend services optimized for integration with AI-driven financial insight modules and intelligent automation. Designed and developed intuitive user interfaces with Angular 16, improving user interaction environments. Built Dockerized microservices, enabling scalable deployments and seamless integration within containerized fintech environments.
Senior Software Engineer at SPIRION
March 1, 2022 - October 10, 2025
Spearheaded cloud-based modernization of the Sensitive Data Manager platform, leveraging Azure to scale intelligent data handling and classification processes across enterprise environments. Integrated advanced Azure services (Azure SQL, Azure Functions, and App Services) to deliver secure, high-performance solutions aligned with privacy-first data intelligence workflows. Collaborated with product and customer success teams to design and implement features influenced by real-world user feedback, improving automation and smart data detection capabilities.
Senior Software Engineer at Rapid Recon
November 1, 2020 - October 10, 2025
Architected real-time data synchronization across 2,000+ auto dealerships, laying the foundation for intelligent data pipelines and ensuring high-accuracy analytics and operational alignment. Developed and designed AWS Lambda serverless functions for efficient GPS tracking of vehicles, optimizing resource usage, scalability, and reducing infrastructure costs.
Senior AI Engineer at University Hospital
May 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Streamlined physician referrals with UHNOW Referral Ease mobile app, adopted across 200+ facilities. Improved referral accuracy by 30% through AI-driven provider matching algorithms.
Senior Software Engineer at Medical Mutual
July 1, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Transformed enterprise MyHealthPlan to MVC architecture, enhancing scalability and performance. Introduced real-time monitoring systems, reducing downtime by 35%.
Senior Software Engineer at General Motors / Philips Medical / Diebold
August 1, 2013 - October 10, 2025
Built early computer vision systems at GM using CNN neural networks, increasing inspection accuracy by 25%. Led development of Gemini PET/CT scanners at Philips, cutting dev cycles by 30% with software simulators. Engineered ATM remote management at Diebold for 50,000+ terminals, automated deployment with Python.

Education

Master of Science at Cleveland State University
August 1, 1995 - May 1, 1998
Bachelor of Science at Case Western Reserve University
August 1, 1992 - May 1, 1994
Bachelor of Art at Baldwin Wallace College
August 1, 1989 - May 1, 1992
Master of Science at Cleveland State University
August 1, 1995 - May 1, 1998
Bachelor of Science at Case Western Reserve University
August 1, 1992 - May 1, 1994
Bachelor of Art at Baldwin Wallace College
August 1, 1989 - May 1, 1992
Master of Science at Cleveland State University
August 1, 1995 - May 1, 1998
Bachelor of Science at Case Western Reserve University
August 1, 1992 - May 1, 1994
Bachelor of Art at Baldwin Wallace College
August 1, 1989 - May 1, 1992
Master of Science at Cleveland State University
August 1, 1995 - May 1, 1998
Bachelor of Science at Case Western Reserve University
August 1, 1992 - May 1, 1994
Bachelor of Art at Baldwin Wallace College
August 1, 1989 - May 1, 1992
Master of Science at Cleveland State University
August 1, 1995 - May 1, 1998
Bachelor of Science at Case Western Reserve University
August 1, 1992 - May 1, 1994
Bachelor of Art at Baldwin Wallace College
August 1, 1989 - May 1, 1992

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Healthcare, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Transportation & Logistics, Education

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