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Lisa Li

@lisali1

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Experienced engineering leader driving team growth and operational excellence.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a leadership role in a dynamic organization that values innovation and team growth, where I can leverage my engineering expertise to drive impactful projects and foster a collaborative culture.

As a seasoned engineering leader, I have a proven track record of driving significant improvements in team performance and operational efficiency. At Sainsbury's Tech, I successfully led a team of over 100 engineers, achieving a remarkable 25% reduction in time-to-market and a 35% increase in engineering velocity through the implementation of Agile best practices and CI/CD methodologies. My passion for aligning technology with business goals has resulted in the successful launch of AI/ML initiatives that generated £18M in revenue.

Previously, at AND Digital, I scaled engineering teams from 6 to over 60, significantly enhancing our consultancy capabilities and driving a 400% year-over-year revenue growth. My experience includes advising CTOs on tech roadmaps and cloud migrations, which has enabled numerous digital transformations. I am committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and upskilling, ensuring that my teams not only meet but exceed industry standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Head of Engineering

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Sainsbury's Tech

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Drove a 25% reduction in time-to-market by aligning tech strategy with business goals and launching £18M-generating AI/ML initiatives. Boosted engineering velocity by 35% through CI/CD, DevOps, and Agile best practices, while cutting P1 incident resolution to under 3 hours.

AI ML CI CD DevOps Agile SaaS DORA Metrics Budget Management Strategic Thinking Leadership

Head of Engineering

AND Digital

Aug 2019 - Oct 2023 (4 years 2 months)

Scaled engineering teams from 6 to 60+ while reducing outsourcing for British Airways. Advised CTOs on tech roadmaps, cloud migrations, and system design, enabling digital transformations and building a multi-tenant product from 0 to 1.

Java JavaScript .NET Cloud Data AWS Azure Google Cloud Cybersecurity Digital Transformation

Senior Principal Application Engineer Lead

Oracle

Apr 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 9 months)

Led global teams in developing AI-powered Adaptive Intelligence Apps using RESTful APIs, improving efficiency by 30%. Delivered high-quality SaaS products in Agile, reducing deployment time by 25% via CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

AI RESTful APIs SaaS Agile CI CD Automated Testing Application Development

App Manager

Evolvi Rail System

Jan 2015 - Apr 2017 (2 years 3 months)

Directed mobile app teams to build B2B travel booking apps for iOS, Android, and Windows, serving over 500K users. Cut development costs by 20% using PhoneGap/Cordova, AngularJS, and Node.js for cross-platform solutions.

Mobile App Development iOS Android Windows PhoneGap AngularJS Node B2B Cost Optimization

Lead Developer

Evolvi Rail System

Sep 2011 - Jan 2015 (3 years 4 months)

Spearheaded development of the UK’s largest B2B rail training booking system, handling over 1M annual transactions. Implemented Agile/TDD, reducing defects by 40% and accelerating release cycles by 35%.

Agile TDD B2B Software Development Release Management

Mobile Lead

Bemoko

Nov 2010 - Sep 2011 (10 months)

Optimized Java-based apps for 7,000+ mobile devices, improving load times by 50%. Debugged and enhanced mobile sites, boosting cross-platform compatibility by 60%.

Java Debugging Performance Optimization Mobile Web

Web Lead

Art of Data

May 2010 - Sep 2011 (1 year 4 months)

Built SEO-optimized e-commerce sites, increasing client sales by up to 200%. Redesigned over 10 client sites, improving UX and conversion rates by 35%.

SEO Web Design UX Conversion Rate Optimization Digital Consultancy Client Management

Web Developer

Jump

May 2006 - May 2010 (4 years)

Designed over 50 website templates and Flash banners used by 200K+ businesses, enhancing engagement by 25%. Identified market gaps through business analysis, driving data-backed product improvements.

Web Design Flash Business Analysis Market Research Engagement Digital Agency

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Open University

Master's in Computing, Software Engineering

Focused on advanced software engineering principles and practices. Gained expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems.

University of West London

Bachelor's, Graphic Design

Studied the fundamentals of graphic design, including visual communication, digital media, and design principles. Developed skills in creative problem-solving and visual aesthetics.

Southampton Solent University

HND, Advertising and Media Communication

Completed a Higher National Diploma in Advertising and Media Communication. Gained practical skills in media production, advertising strategies, and communication techniques.