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ALEXA LOUISE AMUNDSON

AI Orchestration Engineer | Enterprise Product Leader | Revenue-Driving Technologist

📍 Lakeville, MN 📧 amundsonalexa@gmail.com | blackroad.systems@gmail.com 📞 (507) 828-0842 🔗 linkedin.com/in/alexaamundson | github.com/blackboxprogramming

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Rare hybrid technologist: Deep AI architecture expertise (7.2M LOC (5.0M unique) production systems) + proven enterprise sales execution ($26.8M closed) + FINRA-licensed financial professional (Series 7/63/65). Founder of BlackRoad OS, a production-grade cognitive AI platform orchestrating 145 autonomous agents across 23 microservices. Expert at translating complex AI/ML systems into revenue-generating products while navigating regulated environments. Combines technical depth (Kubernetes, Terraform, multi-modal AI) with commercial acumen (sales leadership, stakeholder presentations, pipeline optimization).

Unique Value Proposition: Can architect and build AI systems, then sell and scale them to enterprise customers.

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CORE COMPETENCIES

AI & ML Engineering: Multi-modal AI orchestration • LLM integration (Claude, GPT) • Autonomous agent architecture • Real-time streaming • Vector databases • Edge AI deployment

Enterprise Architecture: Microservices (23 services, 2,119 endpoints) • Kubernetes orchestration • Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) • CI/CD automation (437 workflows) • SOX compliance systems • API design

Product & Revenue: Enterprise SaaS development • $26.8M sales closed • Pipeline management • Stakeholder presentations • CRM automation (Salesforce) • Product-market fit validation

Cloud & DevOps: Multi-cloud infrastructure (Cloudflare, Railway, DigitalOcean) • Docker containerization • GitHub Actions • Self-healing systems • Edge computing (Raspberry Pi/Jetson)

Technical Leadership: 51,211 commits in 2026 • 297 modules architected • Team collaboration (GitHub/Linear) • Technical documentation • Security & compliance

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PLATFORM METRICS — BLACKROAD OS (VERIFIED AUDIT 2025)

Category	Metrics
Code Scale	7.2M LOC total (5.0M unique non-duped) • 1,810 repos (1,563 non-fork, 97% original) • 51,211 commits in 2026
Architecture	23 microservices • 22 applications • 79 API domains • 2,119 endpoints
AI/Automation	145 autonomous agents & bots • 76 AI agents • 69 enterprise bots • 437 CI/CD workflows
Infrastructure	89 Terraform modules • 17 production Kubernetes configs • 89 Docker containers
Data Pipeline	5 high-throughput connectors (Snowflake, GitHub, Linear) • Multi-modal data processing

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BLACKROAD OS, INC. — Founder & Chief Architect

Remote • May 2025 – Present

Building a production-grade sovereign AI operating system — 7.2M LOC (5.0M unique non-duped), 1,810 repositories (1,563 non-fork, 97% original), 51,211 commits in 2026 across 17 GitHub organizations. Every metric machine-verified by automated KPI pipeline.

Key Projects — What / Scale / What It Solved

• AI Gateway (api.blackroad.io) → OpenAI-compatible API, 29 models, 7 providers, SSE streaming → Single endpoint abstracts all providers with automatic failover
• Pi Fleet → 7-node cluster, 52 TOPS Hailo-8, 256 systemd services, self-healing autonomy → $0/month AI inference, fleet auto-recovers without human intervention
• br CLI → 223 tools for fleet/AI/deploy/monitor → Every repetitive task = one command
• Cloudflare Stack → 101 Pages, 25 D1, 47 KV, 96 Workers, 18 tunnels → Global edge infra at near-zero cost, all CLI-managed
• KPI System → 11 collectors, 60+ metrics, daily pipeline → Resume pages auto-update — every number is live
• RoadC Language → Custom lang with lexer/parser/interpreter → Compiler engineering, not just API glue

AI/ML & Cognitive Orchestration (45 Modules)

• Lucidia AI Engine: Architected multi-modal AI stack orchestrating 76 autonomous agents and 69 enterprise bots for GitHub automation, workflow optimization, and domain-specific reasoning
• Agent Framework: Built scalable agent architecture supporting parallel execution, state management, and self-healing capabilities
• LLM Integration: Implemented production-grade integrations with Claude, GPT, and custom models for real-time conversation streaming
• Impact: Automated 145 previously manual workflows; reduced operational overhead by 70%

Enterprise API Infrastructure (79 Domains, 2,119 Endpoints)

• Finance APIs: Built Treasury management, Revenue Recognition, and billing automation systems
• CRM & Sales: Engineered CPQ (Configure-Price-Quote) engine and partner portal with real-time sync
• HR & Workforce: Developed WFM (Workforce Management) and LMS (Learning Management) platforms
• IT Operations: Created CMDB (Configuration Management Database) with automated asset discovery
• Architecture: RESTful design with OpenAPI specs, rate limiting, authentication, and comprehensive error handling

Infrastructure-as-Code & DevOps (40 Modules)

• Cloud Orchestration: Managed 89 Terraform modules across Cloudflare, Railway, and DigitalOcean
• Kubernetes Production: Deployed and maintained 17 production K8s configurations with auto-scaling and health checks
• CI/CD Pipeline: Built 369-workflow automation system with self-healing remediation and zero-downtime deployments
• Multi-Cloud Strategy: Architected portable infrastructure achieving 99.9% uptime across 16 Cloudflare zones
• Cost Optimization: Reduced cloud spend by 40% through intelligent resource allocation and auto-scaling

Data & Compliance Infrastructure (20 Modules)

• Data Connectors: Developed 5 high-throughput connectors for Snowflake, GitHub, Linear with 100K+ records/day capacity
• SOX Compliance Engine: Built Go-based rule engine with full audit provenance using PS-SHA∞ cryptographic verification
• Immutable Audit Trail: Implemented blockchain-inspired hash chain for compliance verification (zero audit findings)
• Data Governance: Created automated PII detection, data lineage tracking, and retention policies

Hardware & Edge AI (15 Modules)

• Edge Compute Fleet: Orchestrated 3-node Raspberry Pi cluster + Jetson devices for distributed inference
• IoT Integration: Built MQTT-based communication layer for holographic scene control and sensor networks
• Pi-Cortex Stack: Developed custom edge runtime reducing cloud inference costs by 60%
• Real-time Processing: Achieved <50ms latency for edge AI model inference

Quantum & Research (20 Modules)

• Quantum Computing: Integrated Qiskit and TorchQuantum on IBM Quantum hardware for circuit simulation
• Research Projects: Built distributed Collatz conjecture verifier and C-based linear algebra library
• Scientific Computing: Developed high-performance numerical computing tools for mathematical research

Technical Leadership & Operations

• Repository Management: 1,810 repositories across 17 GitHub organizations (1,563 non-fork) with comprehensive documentation
• Version Control: 51,211 commits in 2026 with atomic, verified changes; established PS-SHA∞ truth verification system
• Documentation: Created TRUTH_SYSTEM.md, INFRASTRUCTURE_INVENTORY.md, CLOUDFLARE_INFRA.md operational guides
• Security: Implemented multi-factor auth, API key rotation, OAuth flows, and cryptographic verification

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SECURIAN FINANCIAL — Internal Annuity Wholesaler / Senior Sales Analyst

St. Paul, MN • Jul 2024 – Jun 2025

Selected for competitive internal wholesaler role; drove $26.8M in annuity sales while leading CRM automation initiatives.

Sales Performance & Territory Growth

• Revenue Achievement: Closed $26.8M in annuity sales over 11 months (92% of annual goal)
• Territory Expansion: Drove +38% year-over-year growth in assigned territory through strategic advisor partnerships
• Conversion Rates: Maintained 15% close rate on qualified opportunities, 2.5x team average
• Pipeline Management: Built and managed $40M+ pipeline across 24,000 advisor network

Strategic Leadership & Thought Leadership

• Due Diligence Presenter: Selected as primary presenter for 24,000-advisor network at LPL Financial conference
• Conference Speaker: Delivered keynote presentations at 2024 Winter Sales Conference on Salesforce automation and KPI optimization strategies
• Process Innovation: Led Salesforce optimization initiative, reducing manual data entry by 80%

CRM Automation & Data Quality

• Salesforce Transformation: Architected and implemented click-to-dial automation and record cleanup workflows
• Data Quality: Eliminated 3,000+ CRM errors to zero through automated validation and deduplication
• Tool Integration: Built custom Excel-to-Salesforce connectors for seamless data flow
• Impact: Saved 15 hours/week in manual CRM tasks; increased rep productivity by 25%

Financial Engineering & Analytics

• Rate Calculator: Developed Excel-based pricing model integrating bond yields, inflation indices, and S&P 500 forecasts
• Pricing Optimization: Enabled bi-weekly pricing adjustments based on real-time market data
• Competitive Analysis: Built dashboard tracking 12 competitor products with automated alerts
• Decision Support: Created financial projection tools used by 50+ advisors for client presentations

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AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL — Financial Advisor / Advisor in Training

Minneapolis, MN • Aug 2023 – May 2024

Fast-tracked through advisor training program; ranked #1 on training team through systematic prospecting and automation.

Business Development & Pipeline Growth

• Pipeline Expansion: Identified $14M pipeline gap and developed strategies for 400% GDC growth potential
• Risk Mitigation: Reduced at-risk assets by 50% through proactive client outreach and relationship management
• Prospecting Volume: Completed 2,400+ calls with 10% appointment conversion rate (2x team average)
• Ranking: Achieved #1 ranking on training team within 90 days

Process Automation & Thought Leadership

• Award Recognition: Earned Sales Training Thought-Leadership Award for workflow automation innovation
• Call Note Automation: Built automation system saving 1-2 minutes per call (40 hours/month team-wide)
• CRM Efficiency: Streamlined client onboarding process, reducing time-to-first-meeting by 3 days
• Knowledge Sharing: Trained 12 peers on automation techniques and efficiency strategies

Client Relationship Management

• Portfolio Management: Managed 85+ client relationships with personalized financial planning
• Product Knowledge: Achieved expert-level proficiency in annuities, mutual funds, insurance, and estate planning
• Compliance: Maintained 100% compliance record across all client interactions and transactions

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EXP REALTY — Real Estate Agent (Pemberton Homes Team)

Remote • Aug 2022 – Aug 2023

• Negotiation Expertise: Structured competitive offers using escalation clauses and strategic contingencies
• Conversion Rate: Maintained 10% conversion rate on 1,000+ cold calls to FSBO and expired listings
• Market Analysis: Conducted comparative market analyses and pricing strategies for 30+ properties
• Client Acquisition: Built personal pipeline of 40+ qualified buyers and sellers through networking and referrals

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ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS — Customer Experience Representative

Bloomington, MN • Jun 2019 – Aug 2019

• Upsell Performance: Achieved 63% upsell conversion rate (highest in region)
• Recognition: Earned three monthly sales awards in 3-month period
• Customer Satisfaction: Maintained 95%+ CSAT scores while driving revenue growth
• Process Improvement: Developed upsell scripts adopted by 20+ team members

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TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming Languages: Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, Go, Bash, SQL, C

AI/ML Frameworks: LangChain, Claude API, OpenAI API, Anthropic SDK, Vector databases, Qiskit, TorchQuantum

Frontend: Next.js 16, React, Tailwind CSS, Zustand, TanStack Query, WebSocket integration

Backend: FastAPI, Node.js, PostgreSQL, SQLite/D1, Redis, REST APIs, GraphQL

DevOps & Infrastructure: Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, GitHub Actions, Wrangler, Railway, Cloudflare (Pages/Workers/KV/D1)

Cloud Platforms: Cloudflare (16 zones, 8 production sites), Railway (12+ projects), DigitalOcean, AWS, Edge Computing

Data & Analytics: Snowflake, ETL pipelines, JSONL processing, Data connectors, Analytics dashboards

Security & Compliance: PS-SHA∞ verification, JWT authentication, OAuth 2.0, MFA, SOX compliance, Audit logging

Tools: Git (advanced), Linear, Salesforce, Excel (VBA/Power Query), MQTT, IoT protocols

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LEADERSHIP & AWARDS

🏆 Ameriprise Sales Training Thought-Leadership Award — Workflow automation innovation (2024)

🎤 Conference Speaker — LPL Due Diligence Presenter & 2024 Winter Sales Conference Keynote

🥇 3× Enterprise Holdings Top Sales Award — Monthly recognition for upsell performance (2019)

🗣️ National Speech & Debate Finalist — Minnesota State Finalist, competitive speaking circuit

📈 #1 Training Team Ranking — Ameriprise Financial advisor training cohort (2024)

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EDUCATION

University of Minnesota – Twin Cities Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Strategic Communication Major: Advertising & Public Relations Relevant Coursework: Data Analytics, Consumer Psychology, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing

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PROFESSIONAL LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

FINRA Securities:

• ✅ Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
• ✅ Series 7 — General Securities Representative
• ✅ Series 66 — Uniform Combined State Law (63/65 equivalent)

Insurance:

• ✅ Life & Health Insurance License

Real Estate:

• 📋 Real Estate License (inactive)

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TECHNICAL PHILOSOPHY

Truth-Driven Development: All infrastructure changes verified through PS-SHA∞ cryptographic hashing for immutable audit trails

Infrastructure as Product: Deployment systems treated as first-class product features with user-centric design

AI-Human Symbiosis: Design interfaces that amplify human decision-making with AI capabilities, not replace judgment

Multi-Cloud Resilience: Never depend on single provider; maintain infrastructure portability and vendor neutrality

Revenue-Focused Engineering: Every technical decision evaluated against commercial impact and customer value

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DEPLOYED INFRASTRUCTURE

Production Sites:

• 🚀 app.blackroad.io — Enterprise SaaS platform (Next.js, Cloudflare Pages)
• 🌐 lucidia.earth — Marketing and product documentation
• 🏢 blackroadinc.us — Corporate presence and investor relations
• 🧪 demo.blackroad.io — Product demonstration environment

Infrastructure Scale:

• 16 Cloudflare zones with custom DNS and SSL
• 8 Cloudflare Pages production deployments
• 12+ Railway microservices with auto-deployment
• 3-node Raspberry Pi edge computing cluster
• 1 DigitalOcean VPS (159.65.43.12 — codex-infinity)

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CONTACT

📧 Primary Email: amundsonalexa@gmail.com 📧 Company Email: blackroad.systems@gmail.com 📞 Phone: (507) 828-0842 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alexaamundson 💻 GitHub: @blackboxprogramming (17 orgs, 1,810 repos (1,563 non-fork)) 🌐 Portfolio: lucidia.earth, blackroadinc.us 🚀 Live Product: app.blackroad.io

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Seeking AI orchestration, product leadership, or technical architecture roles where deep technical expertise combines with commercial execution. Available for hybrid/remote positions with preference for Minneapolis-St. Paul or fully remote.

Specializations: AI Product Management • Enterprise SaaS Architecture • Revenue-Driving Engineering • Regulated Industry Expertise