Matthew Pazaryna
I build AI systems that run where your data lives. 40 years in software, from enterprise platforms to on-device machine learning. Currently focused on privacy-first applications using Apple MLX and SwiftUI - HIPAA-safe by architecture, not policy. I bring systems thinking from decades of enterprise work, combined with a bias toward simplicity and sustainable pace. Certified yoga instructor with a unique perspective on technology that serves humans rather than extracts from them.
Skills
On-Device AI
Agentic Development
Apple Platform
Full Stack
Systems & Architecture
Experience
Independent Software Developer
Jul 2023 — PresentIndependent · Remote
Building on-device AI applications and consulting with startups on AI integration strategy.
- • Chiro: Privacy-first chiropractic SOAP notes application. On-device AI using Apple MLX ensures patient data never leaves the device. SwiftUI frontend, HIPAA-safe by architecture.
- • Resin: Nonprofit fundraising analytics platform. Full-stack development from data pipelines to deployed production system (Vercel). Currently in QA after successful v1 launch.
- • Kairos: Open-source AI-augmented productivity system. Load-based self-regulation, agentic workflow patterns. Published methodology for sustainable pace in knowledge work.
- • Developed documented patterns for agentic development: documentation hierarchies, four-phase workflow methodology, specification-driven development.
Lead Engineer
Mar 2020 — Jul 2023Stealth Startup · Annapolis, Maryland
Technical lead for real estate financial analysis platform serving homebuyers, investors, and agents.
- • Owned full product lifecycle: UX design, backend architecture, feature development, and stakeholder coordination.
- • Built financial modeling tools for home purchase decisions, rental analysis, and investment strategy evaluation.
- • Collaborated directly with domain experts to translate complex real estate scenarios into intuitive software.
Technical Lead & Development Manager
Jan 2011 — Jan 2020Sungard Availability Services · Annapolis, Maryland
Led development of Viewpoint, an enterprise managed services portal serving Fortune 500 clients.
- • Managed distributed engineering teams across US, India, and Costa Rica.
- • Served dual role as technical lead and product manager - owned roadmap, customer relationships, and technical direction.
- • Built and maintained platform handling mission-critical disaster recovery and business continuity services.
Staff Engineer
Jan 2006 — Jan 2011AT&T (via USi acquisition) · Annapolis, Maryland
Lead developer for enterprise managed services customer portal.
- • Maintained large-scale reporting platform for SLA monitoring and event management.
- • Led portal modernization initiative, refactoring legacy systems to Ruby on Rails architecture.
- • Supported platform through acquisition transitions while maintaining service continuity.
Senior Developer
Jan 1999 — Jan 2006The National Academies Press · Washington, DC
Technical lead for publishing platform serving the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
- • Architected database systems and full-stack applications for scientific publication workflows.
- • Mentored development team and established engineering practices.
- • Built systems supporting free public access to scientific research - early open access advocate.
Various
Jan 1985 — Jan 1999Earlier Roles ·
Progressive technical roles from application developer to IT manager.
- • Regency Homes (1993-1999): Manager of Information Services - built production workflow systems for homebuilder.
- • The Washington Center (1987-1993): Application Developer - custom database systems for nonprofit.
- • Started career in rehabilitation counseling before transitioning to technology.
Projects
Privacy-first chiropractic SOAP notes with on-device AI
- • Apple MLX for local model inference - no cloud required
- • HIPAA-safe by architecture, not policy
- • SwiftUI native interface
Resin
AI agentic system for nonprofit fundraising analytics
- • Agentic architecture for Salesforce data interaction
- • Full-stack from data pipelines to production deployment
- • Private client engagement - nonprofit sector
AI-augmented productivity system with load-based self-regulation
- • Agentic workflow patterns for sustainable pace
- • Self-regulating load calculation from trailing metrics
- • Published methodology, not just tools
Certifications
Introduction to LangGraph
LangChain Academy
2024-09-26
Neo4j Fundamentals
Neo4j
2024-03
Education
University of Maryland
College Park, Maryland
Graduate Studies
Rehabilitation Counseling
1987
Seton Hall University
South Orange, New Jersey
Bachelor's Degree
1985