Dmitri Khait
@dmitrikhait
Engineering leader with 20+ years in software architecture and management.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an Engineering Leader with over 20 years of experience in software architecture, distributed systems, and engineering management. My career has been marked by a commitment to mentoring and thought leadership, where I have successfully integrated technical leadership with people management to deliver impactful results across various platforms including backend, web, desktop, and mobile.
Throughout my journey, I have built and scaled high-performing engineering teams, driving cross-functional collaboration with product and design leaders. My focus has always been on aligning engineering execution with customer-centric product strategies, optimizing system performance, and spearheading initiatives in CI/CD and release management. Notable achievements include leading the development of a cloud-native video/audio platform and executing a nationwide digital signage rollout for Samsung, showcasing my ability to manage complex projects and deliver high-quality results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Engineering Manager
Airtime/mmhmm
Jul 2022 - Present (4 years)
Grew a 7-person engineering team by cultivating a high-accountability culture that delivered features with speed. Reduced time-to-market via decisive architectural leadership and by surgically clearing execution roadblocks in real time.
Senior Staff Software Engineer
Airtime/mmhmm
Dec 2020 - Present (5 years 7 months)
Launched mmhmm’s native Windows app from the ground up by architecting the full delivery lifecycle end-to-end. Improved release velocity by leading a 12-person hybrid team and cultivating a culture rooted in accountability.
Senior Software Engineer
AKQA
May 2020 - Present (6 years 2 months)
Implemented core backend services, including OCR and REST APIs, that powered Mayo Clinic’s patient appointment portal. Contributed to a critical healthcare platform, ensuring robust and efficient data processing.
Technical Director | Solutions Architect
R/GA NYC
Mar 2014 - Present (12 years 4 months)
Transformed client vision into scalable, future-proof systems by directing architecture strategy and translating business objectives into actionable technical solutions. Boosted delivery speed by building cloud-native architectures and implementing CI/CD automation at scale.
Senior Software Engineer
R/GA NYC
Oct 2007 - Present (18 years 9 months)
Built an end-to-end retail interface for L’Oréal, including a custom UI and real-time connectivity with internal vending and payment APIs. Automated end-to-end photo/video production for H&M using Canon DSLR systems to refine media processing.
Senior Web Developer | Systems Architect | Programing Manager
IMG
Empowered marketing teams to manage and distribute content with greater efficiency by developing core modules for a digital asset management platform. Reduced operational bottlenecks and improved visibility across the fulfillment lifecycle by implementing a web portal.
Applications Developer
Sony Electronics Inc.
Enabled real-time pricing visibility and reduced manual overhead by launching a desktop app to replace legacy printed sheets. Streamlined internal processes and improved data accessibility for sales teams.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Studied core concepts and principles of computer science.
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