Hi, I'm

Aaron Price

Backend Software

& Data Engineer

I build the systems behind the systems.

About Me

Experienced Back-End Software Engineer with a strong background in API design, architecture, data acquisition, and storage solutions. Proven track record of leading projects and delivering high-quality software solutions.

Adept at utilizing cutting-edge technologies to create scalable and efficient systems. Demonstrated ability to manage and drive project success, and continually improve processes through innovative solutions.

Backend Software & Data Engineer
Serial founder & tech leader
AI/ML, Cloud, DevOps, Scuba Diving

Skills

Languages

Python Ruby GoLang

API Design

REST GraphQL

Storage

Postgres Redis S3 Snowflake Redshift ElasticSearch Databricks

Job Orchestration

Airflow Celery SQS Service Bus

Streaming

Kafka KSQL

Cloud

AWS Azure Kubernetes Docker

CI/CD

CircleCI Argo CD Azure Pipelines

Agile

Kanban Scrum

Monitoring

Grafana Datadog Sentry

Version Control

GitHub Azure DevOps

Experience

2025 — 2026

Data Engineer III

Engine

Designed, built, and maintained scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to extract and ingest high-volume retail and CPG datasets into Databricks environments. Collaborated cross-functionally with analytics, BI, and client teams. Integrated CI/CD via Azure Pipelines, utilized Kubernetes and Airflow for orchestration. Supported enterprise-level data initiatives for major national retail organizations.

2021 — 2025

Lead Software Engineer

The Stable / Accenture Song Remote

Designed and built AI recommendation engine for CPG product detail pages on national retailer websites. Architected RESTful and GraphQL APIs, integrated CI/CD with CircleCI, Argo CD, and GitHub Actions. Utilized Kubernetes and AWS for high availability serving up to 1M users during peak. Spearheaded migration to Snowflake with 30% data retrieval improvement. Supervised junior engineers with mentorship and code reviews.

2009 — 2020

CoFounder

GadgetGrave Fort Smith, AR

Grew company to $2M+, managed 20+ employees. Oversaw financial management, IT infrastructure, and digital marketing strategy.

2013 — 2014

CoFounder / Full Stack Developer

Repair ERP / Matlock Media Fort Smith, AR

Built a robust work order management system, CRM, inventory management, reporting, and POS suite. Designed comprehensive ERP solution tailored for repair/service industry businesses.

2005 — 2008

Full Stack Developer

DashPhotos London, England

Developed custom ERP system for B2B laser engraving photo gifts manufacturer. Integrated ERP with major pharmacy chains for seamless order processing.

2004 — 2006

R&D Software Developer

Super Dynamics Co Jiangsu, China

Assisted in R&D and manufacturing of laser engraving machines. Developed solutions for improving machine performance.

Education

University of Arkansas Fort Smith

Electrical Engineering / CS (2008–2010)

EE Major with minor in Computer Science (incomplete)

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