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Lyla Vela

@lylavela

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I build AI-powered cloud platforms for aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and SaaS.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build enterprise-grade AI and cloud-native products where I can lead technical strategy, mentor engineers, and turn AI research into practical automation for mission-critical workflows.

I'm building AI-powered SaaS platforms for aerospace manufacturing at Morf3D, combining predictive analytics, Generative AI, and LLMs to automate complex engineering workflows.

I design cloud-native Python microservices with Docker for mission-critical applications, and I mentor engineers through code reviews, software design, and Agile delivery.

Previously, I engineered the JHRM prototype for LMI.org and the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, building REST APIs and real-time analytics services with Python, Flask, FastAPI, sensor data, and external intelligence sources.

My work also includes co-founding and developing MEAN-stack SaaS products, deploying applications on Google Cloud Platform, delivering a real-time auction platform, and building defense software and Python automation frameworks for BAE Systems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Software Engineer

Current

Morf3D Inc.

Mar 2022 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Architect and develop a SaaS platform for aerospace manufacturing, integrating AI/ML capabilities for intelligent automation and predictive analytics. Lead design and deployment of cloud-native microservices using Python and Docker, and spearhead integration of Generative AI and LLMs.

Python Docker Microservices AI ML AI Generative AI LLM SaaS Cloud Native Agile

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

Intelesense Technologies

Feb 2021 - Mar 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Engineered the JHRM prototype system for LMI.org / U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, developing robust REST APIs and data-driven applications. Built high-performance back-end services using Python, Flask, and FastAPI, integrating sensor data and external intelligence sources.

Python Flask fastAPI REST APIs Docker CI CD Sensors Data

Full Stack Engineer – Python

University of California

Mar 2017 - Aug 2019 (2 years 5 months)

Co-founded a SaaS startup and led end-to-end development using the MEAN stack. Defined product architecture and managed the engineering roadmap, deploying and scaling applications on Google Cloud Platform.

MongoDB Angular Google Cloud Platform SaaS Architecture

Full Stack Engineer – MEAN Stack

Valley Medical Center Foundation

Jan 2019 - Jul 2019 (6 months)

Built and deployed a real-time silent auction platform using Node.js, Express, MongoDB, EJS, and WebSockets, enhancing donor engagement. Designed and implemented online bidding workflows, collaborating within an Agile team.

Node Express MongoDB EJS WebSockets Agile

Software Engineer II

BAE Systems – Land & Armaments

Sep 2012 - Mar 2017 (4 years 6 months)

Developed and tested critical defense software systems for U.S. Army programs, adhering to stringent quality and security standards. Created Python automation frameworks and embedded system tests, improving software validation efficiency.

Python Automation Embedded Systems Software Development Lifecycle Testing

Frontend Web Developer

Xcbsys.com

Aug 2008 - Oct 2012 (4 years 2 months)

Developed dynamic web applications and database-driven websites using PHP, MySQL, Oracle, and Apache. Collaborated with design and back-end teams to deliver responsive, user-centric web solutions.

PHP MySQL Oracle Apache Web Development