Jonathan Kat
Infrastructure-Wizard | Senior Software & Systems Engineer | Robotics & Automations
About Me
A seasoned full stack software and systems engineer with over 15 years of hands-on experience.
I'm a seasoned full stack software and systems engineer with over 15 years of hands-on experience engineering complex systems into slick, enterprise scalable solutions that have saved my clients millions of dollars over my career.
I leverage deep expertise in all aspects of programming from C, Javascript, and Python to modern web magic using Next.js, Tailwind, Typescript, React, Vue, Django, and Flask.
I architect robust and secure server infrastructures and drive automation like no other.
I deliver breakthroughs in company wide performance, generate revenue growth, and produce measurable and substantial cost savings in everything I do.
My proficiencies span everything from architecting robust server infrastructures across all major cloud platforms—AWS, GCP, and Azure to optimizing containerized environments with Docker. Ready to implement advanced AI integrations, and next-gen edge robotics.
I'm ready to elevate your entire operation with a mix of technical mastery, modern AI innovations, and unapologetic confidence in the quality of my work.
Technical Skills
A comprehensive arsenal of technical expertise built over 15+ years in the industry.
Professional Experience
A track record of success across multiple roles and industries.
Dad's Robotics
Co-founder / Chief Operations Officer
- Engineered a self-hosted data lake and AI model training infrastructure solution that slashed infrastructure expenses by over $250,000 a year, totaling in over $500,000 saved to date.
- Designed proprietary internal tooling for agentic code generation, automated testing, and built out the company's self-hosted software development stack, cutting labor costs by over $500,000 a year.
- Explained deep technical concepts and performed demonstrations for investors, leading to several successful investments in the company.
- Developed innovations allowing for scalable, rapid, and remote deployments of Robotics management tools and software update procedures.
- Architected and managed hybrid cloud deployments using AWS, Google Cloud, and containerized environments.
- Spearheaded the development of robotic products by personally integrating cutting-edge AI, edge compute, computer vision, and remote ROS2-based deployments.
TuSimple
Technical Program Manager / Test Engineer III
- Directed testing and automation initiatives for autonomous class 8 vehicle operations (self-driving semi-trucks), utilizing modern scripting and development frameworks.
- United a team of 15 experts and managers across the 1,000 person organization to implement world-class quality and safety benchmarks for the Autonomous Vehicle Operations Division.
- Lead of a successful audit and certification in just 4 months, of the extremely rigorous self-driving vehicle standard: "Safety-Relevant Guidance for On-Road Testing of Prototype Automated Driving System (ADS)-Operated Vehicles (SAE J3018)"
- Performed extensively detailed Gap-analysis of Operations policies and procedures to meet audit requirements.
- Codified new and existing policies, processes, and procedures for version controlled documentation repositories according to ISO9001 best practices.
- Improved internal processes and program planning for the national operations team.
Greene Kat Hosting LLC
Owner and Operator
- Operated an infrastructure, services hosting and consulting business specializing in full-stack IT infrastructure solutions.
- Saved clients several Million dollars in infrastructure, hosting, and overall technology labor costs over the last decade via deep technical analysis of organizational needs.
- Offered and implemented Website Design Services for clients.
- Designed, procured, and assembled custom personal PCs, Corporate Workstations, and Bare-metal Server Systems.
- Designed and maintained environments spanning Microsoft Servers, Distributed Linux networks, cloud platforms, and containerized applications.
- Engineered IT infrastructures for diverse clients, from Mansions, Farms, and Small businesses to Enterprise scale corporate networks.
Personal Projects
Beyond professional work, I pursue diverse interests that showcase my attention to detail and technical versatility.
Building and painting table top gaming miniatures and dioramas from Star Wars, D&D, and Warhammer universes. I also love model-trains.
Gas/Coal forging of steel sculptures, GMAW (Gas-metal arc welding) of fences and art sculptures for personal and side jobs, Soldiering and Brazing pipes.
Administrative service work, Finance management, and labor at a farm producing Saffron, Mushrooms, Silvaculture, and Honey Bees.
Maintenance of the John Deere tractor for the farm and other personal vehicles. I enjoy building custom modifications for my vehicles and maximizing efficiency.
Highly skilled with the use and maintenance of high-end 3D printing machines, model preparations, and prototype creation for Robotics and general fabrication.
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Let's Work Together
Whether you're looking for a technical consultant, need help with infrastructure optimization, or want to discuss potential collaborations, I'm always open to new opportunities.
With over 15 years of experience across multiple domains, I bring a unique perspective and proven track record of delivering results that exceed expectations.