Hi, I'm Steven Petrucci, an architect with over 20 years of experience specializing in AI/ML acceleration, hybrid cloud, and large-scale distributed systems. I have a strong background in designing AI-driven systems using the latest technologies such as Generative AI, LLMs, and RAG models. I enjoy leading advanced development teams to deliver scalable and innovative AI solutions. My experience spans cloud infrastructure, DevOps, MLOps, and data engineering, with a passion for new product development and startup environments. Throughout my career, I have contributed to several patents and worked with leading tech companies like Dell Technologies, Amazon, and Microsoft. I thrive in collaborative settings and am always eager to tackle challenges that combine technology and innovation.

Steven Petrucci

Hi, I'm Steven Petrucci, an architect with over 20 years of experience specializing in AI/ML acceleration, hybrid cloud, and large-scale distributed systems. I have a strong background in designing AI-driven systems using the latest technologies such as Generative AI, LLMs, and RAG models. I enjoy leading advanced development teams to deliver scalable and innovative AI solutions. My experience spans cloud infrastructure, DevOps, MLOps, and data engineering, with a passion for new product development and startup environments. Throughout my career, I have contributed to several patents and worked with leading tech companies like Dell Technologies, Amazon, and Microsoft. I thrive in collaborative settings and am always eager to tackle challenges that combine technology and innovation.

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Hi, I’m Steven Petrucci, an architect with over 20 years of experience specializing in AI/ML acceleration, hybrid cloud, and large-scale distributed systems. I have a strong background in designing AI-driven systems using the latest technologies such as Generative AI, LLMs, and RAG models. I enjoy leading advanced development teams to deliver scalable and innovative AI solutions.

My experience spans cloud infrastructure, DevOps, MLOps, and data engineering, with a passion for new product development and startup environments. Throughout my career, I have contributed to several patents and worked with leading tech companies like Dell Technologies, Amazon, and Microsoft. I thrive in collaborative settings and am always eager to tackle challenges that combine technology and innovation.

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Work Experience

Technical Staff at Dell Technologies
April 1, 2020 - February 28, 2025
Designed and developed AI/ML acceleration solutions for internal MLOps services incorporating Generative AI and RAG models, aiming for broader internal application usage. Enhanced dashboard metrics and advanced services classification. Utilized Python, JupyterHub, LangFuse, LangGraph, and pgVector for AI research, feasibility, ROI analysis, and optimization of cost and resources. Led hybrid cloud architecture and early-stage development focusing on scalability, enterprise adoption, new product definition, and usage-based product models. Integrated hybrid cloud solutions with Equinix. Achieved four issued patents and one pending in data architecture and AI/ML.
Software Design Engineer at Amazon
February 1, 2015 - April 1, 2020
Designed and implemented data-gathering, pipeline, and workflow systems, integrating strategic planning with large-scale data analysis across Amazon’s services. Worked within the Lab126 organization on service design, applied sensors, and robot management involving mobile and other devices.
Senior SDE / Principal IT SDE at Microsoft
February 1, 2008 - May 31, 2014
Architected and developed distributed scalable systems for workflow and ticket integration and data transformation. Collaborated with Yahoo on multi-layer distributed systems. Designed and automated network topologies and component deployment. Built RESTful and service APIs leveraging .NET, C#, and early Azure systems.
Software Engineer (Contractor) at Microsoft
July 1, 2005 - January 31, 2008
Developed Xbox API automation and testing, and LiveMeeting services using C++, C#, and .NET for both front end and back end.
Director of New Business Technology at Getty Images
September 1, 2000 - February 28, 2002
Led technology, design, and early-stage development for new business opportunities including NBA, MLB, Amazon, GM, and others. Collaborated with business stakeholders to understand requirements, set priorities, and define deliverables for new products. Participated as part of the acquisition team.
Director of Engineering at Excite@Home
September 1, 2000 - February 28, 2002
Led personalization, data mining, and monetization strategies for the Excite@Home portal. Spearheaded cross-department web services initiatives to reduce Excite portal, search, and systems costs by rearchitecting to use Linux and open-source database systems, replacing Sun and Oracle dependencies.

Education

M.S. at University of Michigan College of Engineering
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1991
B.S. at University of Michigan College of Engineering
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1990

Qualifications

Issued Patents (Data architecture and representation)
January 1, 2020 - February 28, 2025
Patent Pending (Datacenter GPU power management)
January 1, 2020 - February 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing