Bin Li
Eng Director | Scalable Systems, Cloud, DevOps, AI
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About
I am an experienced software engineering director with a strong track record of success in startup environments, often serving as a key engineer or engineering lead. I specialise in taking projects from concept to delivery, managing every phase from architecture and implementation to testing and maintenance. I thrive in hands-on roles, where I am deeply involved in coding, problem-solving, and ensuring high performance and security.
My expertise spans distributed system design, system architecture, cloud computing, large-scale database management, dev/ops and AI. I excel at performance optimisation, system security, seamless integration and data synchronisation across platforms. With a strong understanding of both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, I ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software through effective project and resource management.
With a focus on building robust, scalable systems, I bring hands-on expertise in delivering high-quality software in complex environments. I solve problems with clean, maintainable code and work closely with teammates to efficiently move projects forward. Having collaborated across teams and time zones, I understand how to align engineering efforts with business needs while maintaining high standards for code quality and reliability.
My international experience adds flexibility and a practical mindset to diverse technical challenges.
Experience
Work Experience
Work Experience 1Job Title
VP of Engineering
Company
Shyft Technologies Inc
Location
Seattle, WA
I currently work here
Yes
From
09/2017
Role Description
Shyft Technologies offers a workforce management platform that helps businesses streamline employee scheduling and frontline operations.
As VP of Engineering, I played a hybrid leadership role that combined hands-on system architecture and backend development with full-cycle team leadership and AI-driven product innovation. I led the redesign of the company’s platform infrastructure, scaled a multidisciplinary engineering team, and drove initiatives across DevOps, security, and intelligent automation.
- Personally contributed to backend system development, including core architecture, API design, database modelling, and infrastructure automation.
- Led the complete backend overhaul, introducing scalable RESTful APIs, role-based access control, and secure authentication aligned with SOC II requirements.
- Directed DevOps strategy and implemented CI/CD pipelines using BOSH, Terraform, and Docker, ensuring reliable multi-environment deployments.
- Built integrations with third-party systems, collaborating directly with client engineering teams to deliver robust and flexible onboarding solutions.
- Spearheaded an internal AI Agent platform integrating OpenAI and other LLMs via API, with natural-language interfaces and a flexible function-calling framework to support conversational automation.
- Championed adoption of AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor), improving developer velocity, onboarding, and code quality.
- Scaled and led a cross-functional engineering team (backend, frontend, mobile, QA), managing Agile delivery, resource planning, technical prioritization, and hiring.
- Established and enforced engineering best practices through code reviews, mentorship, and quality standards.
- Collaborated closely with product, design, customer success, and executive leadership to align technical solutions with business goals.
- Represented engineering in enterprise client engagements, defining technical strategies and guiding integration efforts.
- Led platform security and compliance efforts, contributing directly to SOC II certification through protocol hardening and secure development practices.
Job Title
Senior Software Engineer
Company
Jumpsuit Commerce Inc
Location
Honolulu Hawaii
I currently work here
No
From
08/2016
To
09/2017
Role Description
Jumpsuit Commerce is a U.S.-based startup providing financial services, credit card processing, and merchant solutions to companies, retailers, and non-profits.
- Re-architected and developed the backend infrastructure for the donation platform, ensuring scalability and performance.
- Designed and implemented a secure and efficient payment gateway with a RESTful API, enabling seamless integration for various payment solutions.
- Contributed to the front-end development of the donation platform, focusing on delivering an optimised and user-friendly experience.
Job Title
Technical Lead / Senior Software Engineer
Company
Milan Marketplace
Location
Honolulu, HI
I currently work here
No
From
04/2007
To
08/2016
Role Description
Honolulu, Hawaii 2007 - 2016 Milan Marketplace, Moment Romance, Talisman LBS.
Led architecture and full-stack development for multiple early-stage companies.
- Developed large-scale backend systems with RESTful APIs and scalable databases using sharding and replication.
- Built real-time, location-aware mobile applications with GPS-based matching, live chat, and push notifications.
- Created an SMS-based ad delivery system with campaign management tools, high deliverability, and personalized targeting via behavioural analytics.
- Designed mobile web apps and auto-generated business websites to support small businesses with customizable templates and analytics dashboards.
- Integrated payment gateways, LBS advertising, and social media plugins for business outreach and engagement.
- Supported mobile IPTV streaming and geographic targeting as additional advertising channels.
- Maintained core infrastructure including DNS, SSL, and email services across all projects.
- Took ownership from product ideation to deployment, wearing multiple hats in startup and small-team environments.
Job Title
Lead Software Engineer
Company
EA Mobile
Location
Honolulu Hawaii
I currently work here
No
From
06/2005
To
04/2007
Role Description
Developed and optimized mobile game engines for carrier-supported platforms (AT&T, Sprint), focusing on cross-device performance and scalability.
- Contributed to the implementation and optimization of game engine architectures to ensure consistent gameplay across GSM and CDMA devices.
- Adapted features to meet strict performance and memory constraints on diverse mobile platforms.
- Contributed to titles including Tetris, Jamdat Tennis, Blue Blocks, and Tetris Mania.
Job Title
Software Engineer
Company
Panasonic
Location
Osaka Japan
I currently work here
No
From
11/1998
To
04/2001
Role Description
Worked on multimedia software development and inventory management systems within Panasonic's R&D division.
- Built a wholesale inventory management system with efficient stock tracking and reporting.
- Developed MP4 decoders for Panasonic DVDs and plugins for ULead Video Studio.
- Created a DirectShow stream-splitting filter to enhance real-time video playback performance.
Education
School or University
University of Hawaii
Degree
M.S.
