Hi, I'm Tomislav Nad - Engineering Director | Principal Software Engineer | Independent Consultant
I'm driven by solving complex software engineering challenges and building innovative technical solutions that align with business goals. I thrive on seeing the big picture while meticulously managing details, leading high-performance teams, and exploring emerging technologies.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Interned at Google as a Principal Software Engineer, developing deep expertise in distributed systems.
Currently focuses on architecting and deploying large-scale distributed systems, bridging business objectives with technical innovation.
Can help others by providing strategic technical guidance for early-stage companies and mentoring engineering teams on scalable systems.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Software Engineering
Began as a Principal Software Engineer at Google, honing deep technical skills in distributed systems and software development.
✦ Software Engineering
✦ Distributed Systems
Transition to Engineering Leadership
Moved into leadership roles as Senior Staff Engineering Manager and later Engineering Director, focusing on Search Infrastructure and Core Systems.
✦ Management
✦ Scalability
✦ Team Leadership
Strategic Business Focus
Leveraging extensive technical background to drive innovation and strategic technology solutions for business objectives, now exploring new ventures.
✦ Strategy
✦ Innovation
✦ Entrepreneurship
💪🏻 Superpowers
Architect of Distributed Systems
Designing and deploying complex, large-scale distributed systems.
✦ Proven ability to architect and maintain global-scale distributed systems.
✦ Deep understanding of scalability, performance, and reliability challenges.
✦ Experience spans search infrastructure to core systems.
Engineering Team Builder
Recruiting, leading, and developing high-performing engineering organizations.
✦ Track record of building and mentoring successful engineering teams.
✦ Fostering environments for innovation and technical excellence.
✦ Experience managing diverse technical talent.
Strategic Technology Navigator
Bridging business objectives with technical innovation.
✦ Technology-agnostic approach to solving business problems.
✦ Translating complex technical concepts into strategic initiatives.
✦ Focus on impactful, big-picture technology solutions.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering innovative startups and emerging technologies.
✦ Connecting with founders and leaders in the tech ecosystem.
✦ Exploring opportunities for strategic collaboration and investment.
I can help with
✦ Providing strategic technical guidance for early-stage companies.
✦ Mentoring engineering teams on building scalable systems.
✦ Sharing insights on navigating complex technology challenges.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying promising investment opportunities in AI and SaaS.
✦ Connecting with potential co-founders for new ventures.
✦ Gaining insights into emerging market trends and unmet needs.