Bobby Choi

Vice President of Engineering

ActiveProspect

Jan 2022 - Current (4 years 8 months)

- Spearheaded an organization-wide AI-integrated engineering transformation, transitioning to agentic AI workflows and reducing average feature cycle time by 40%. - Governed execution across concurrent programs by implementing standardized DevSecOps pipelines, ensuring AI integration and cloud deployments met rigorous cybersecurity and global privacy standards, including GDPR and CCPA. - Leveraged Power BI to integrate real-time operational data into executive dashboards, providing leadership with actionable visibility into engineering health, security posture, and compliance status.

Chief Technology Officer

Broadlume

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year 1 month)

- Defined the enterprise technical vision, focusing on AI-readiness, cloud-native scalability (AWS/Azure), and robust data management to support rapid, acquisition-based growth. - Led strategic "buy vs. build" evaluations, optimizing investments in AI-enabled testing and data analytics platforms to reduce technical debt while increasing operational efficiency. - Enforced enterprise-wide data governance and comprehensive cybersecurity policies to ensure compliance with SOC2 and ISO standards during the integration of multiple acquired business units.

Vice President of Software Engineering

Zume Inc

Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years 1 month)

- Led the integration of complex robotics telemetry with AI-driven cloud analytics platforms (GCP/AWS), overseeing the architecture of data estates (RAG and vector-based analytics). - Implemented governance processes for technical risk identification and automated defect tracking, significantly improving system reliability and cybersecurity in mission-critical environments. - Aligned engineering output with enterprise performance objectives by utilizing Power BI to visualize complex data streams and guide capacity planning.

Principal Group Engineering Manager

Microsoft

Jan 2008 - Jan 2018 (10 years 1 month)

- Directed geographically distributed engineering teams delivering high-visibility products with strict quality, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance standards at a global scale. - Established enterprise-wide engineering policies and continuous improvement initiatives that supported the transition to Azure-based cloud infrastructure. - Orchestrated multiple end-to-end product developments and global releases for Xbox and Excel BI products across diverse platforms, including Client, mobile, and cloud environments. - Engineered telemetry-driven frameworks ensuring peak performance, scalability, and stress resilience for Xbox Preview apps, Excel BI products, and cloud services. - Hired and assembled top-tier engineers to cultivate high-

Global Senior Quality Engineering Manager

Zimmer

Jan 2007 - Jan 2008 (1 year 1 month)

Directly reported to a global director of engineering. Managed software, hardware, system development and validation processes. Authored and executed Master Software validation, SOP, and quality plan. Developed and maintained Clinical Device software running in Zimmer’s Computer Assisted Solutions. Key contributions: • Managed software development and quality in all Zimmer CAS locations in the world (Montreal Canada, Winterthur Switzerland, Warsaw Indiana), • Built the high performing team • Led and completed FDA audit in Software segment (passed on Feb, 2008) • Authored Master Software Validation Plan • Authored Zimmer SOP in OTS/SOUP Software Quality • Authored Zimmer/OrthoSoft software IQ, OQ, and PQ • Provided expertise to Zimmer prod

Senior V&V Engineer

Watlow

Jan 2005 - Jan 2007 (2 years 1 month)

Led the firmware verification and validation process. Authored Firmware Test Strategy and plan. Key contributions: • Followed and completed ISO9002 process (registered) • Followed CMMI 2 level • Generated a comprehensive test plan for testing the product. • Created Test design and spec documentation for multiple projects. • Created automated testing system and increased test coverage. • Led system and lower level validation including SW/HW/Mech/EE • Verified and validate the all levels for multiple projects simultaneously.

Senior Software Engineering Manager

IBM

Jan 2004 - Jan 2005 (1 year 1 month)

Authored systems-level applications running in an embedded Linux environment. Provided strong knowledge and experience with embedded systems and UNIX. Team and individual accomplishments in C/C++ UNIX application development and testing. Experience with I, P, and Z series severs. Basic tasks include focusing on maintenance, unit testing, and verification of existing code bases. Also experienced in design, coding and testing of product enhancements. Key contributions: • Created testing software in C for IBM’s I, P, Z series registry and booting system which improved the software quality and stability. This ultimately makes the organization the leading provider in this specific segment. • Analyzed the registry codes for finding bugs and add

Software Developement Engineer

SAP

Jan 1999 - Jan 2004 (5 years 1 month)

Designed, developed, and integrated software from customer requirements for government contact work with the United States Postal Service. Software was designed and developed in three platforms: SG IRIX, Linux, and NT environment. Functionality included accurate postal address assignment, a character matrix system, and a character recognition system. Key contributions: • Programmed in C and C++ for address assignment such as character recognition, character matching, building a character matrix, and finalizing assignments. • Created project specifications for the design and development of software functionality. • Ensured that the development adhered to project milestones and deadlines. • As a team member and leader, contributed to an ove

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Perfekta Inc

Jan 1997 - Jan 1999 (2 years 1 month)

Maintained and repaired Internet and Intranet structures in the company. Performed nightly back up, trained, and supported over 80 desktop users in the company. Completed a Y2K project, secured the network, and cleaned up viruses. Key contributions: Key contributions: • Constructed project work plans and timelines and defined project requirements. • Designed and developed a new framework for the Intranet while collecting and creating new sources of information and documentation. • Performed beta and acceptance testing methodologies and procedures to identify and resolve performance and functionality issues. • Redesigned and constructed WAN and LAN and maintained network security. • Implemented, created, and maintained the database for the

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