Technical Lead specialized in the architecture, scaling, and evolution of Distributed Systems and Core Infrastructure.

My focus is on creating Force Multiplier effects—designing the abstractions and scalable primitives that empower engineering teams to deliver at speed. At DraftKings, I lead the design of high-throughput platform products where N-Scaling, data movement efficiency, and system resilience are mission-critical.

I believe that the best technical solutions are born at the intersection of Strategic Planning and Technical Humility. I don’t just build for the current requirements; I architect for the "next order of magnitude," ensuring that complexity is managed through elegant abstractions rather than brute-force engineering.

My Operating Principles:
• Autonomy & Entrepreneurship: I treat platforms as products, focusing on self-service infrastructure that allows developers to move faster without friction.
• Integrity & Open-Mindedness: I prioritize the best architectural outcome over personal ego, fostering a culture of rigorous peer review and collaborative problem-solving.
• Creative Scaling: I enjoy solving the "unsolved" problems inherent in distributed environments—finding creative ways to balance performance, security, and flexibility.

Core Competencies:
• Systems Architecture: Distributed Systems, Data Movement, & Cloud-Native Infrastructure.
• Technical Leadership: Strategic Roadmap Planning, Cross-functional Alignment, & Engineering Mentorship.
• Platform Engineering: Designing for Scale, System Design, & Developer Experience (DevEx).

I hope you find the following information both informative and entertaining!

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To interact with this "project", you can reach out via the following methods.

Download the source (connect with me) to get started:

curl -o andrewryanmckinney.html https://linkedin.com/in/drew-mckinney

Or install via direct communication:

mail -s "Let's Connect!" andrewryanmckinney@gmail.com

Use this package to add a dedicated problem solver and platform engineer to your team.

from engineers import AndrewMcKinney

# Initialize
drew = AndrewMcKinney(role="Lead Engineer")

# Main Event Loop
while project.is_active():
    challenge = project.get_next_challenge()
    stakeholder_requirements = project.get_stakeholder_requirements()

    # Lead by example: Validate feasibility first
    poc = drew.develop_proof_of_concept(challenge)

    # Architect scalable solution based on POC findings
    solution = drew.create_proposal(
        poc,
        priorities=[
            stakeholder_requirements,
            "Security", 
            "Efficiency", 
            "Reliability", 
            "Flexibility"
        ]
    )
    
    # Enable the team
    drew.distribute_tasks(team, solution.implementation_plan)
    drew.mentor_and_review(team)

Contributions are what make the open-source community such an amazing place to learn, inspire, and create. Any "contributions" (job offers, freelance work, energetic discussions) you make are greatly appreciated.

1. Fork the Project: Review my background on Portfolio and LinkedIn.
2. Create your Feature Branch: Identify the opportunity or problem to solve (git checkout -b feature/NextBigThing).
3. Commit your Proposal: Draft a message to get in touch (git commit -m 'Add Andrew to Team').
4. Push to Origin: Send me an email or LinkedIn message (git push origin email).
5. Open a Pull Request: Let's schedule a time to chat!

Free and Open Source - Always! See CONTACT for more information.

• Mom & Dad - Initial work
• University of Tennessee Chattanooga - Added Critical Thinking - UTC
• Howmet Aerospace - Added Engineering Skills - Howmet
• Vanderbilt University Medical Center - Added Technical Capability - VUMC
• DraftKings Inc. - Added Leadership Features - DraftKings

Built with ❤️ by Drew.