Vlad Lia🇺🇸
Staff Software Engineer
About Vlad Lia
Staff Software Engineer
I'm a software engineer, former CTO, and startup founder with 30+ years in tech. Most recently, I worked as a Staff Software Engineer at a large social network platform, building LLM applications for translation and personalization. My experience spans backend architecture, distributed systems, data pipelines, and mobile and web development.
My expertise includes AI adoption and helping people navigate the AI transition: applying AI tools in their work, adapting to changing roles, and planning their next career steps. I also help with systems design, mobile products, technical leadership, and senior or staff-level growth.
I also mentor on life beyond work: managing energy, finding meaning and direction, and building sustainable health and fitness habits. I help professionals who feel stuck rethink their priorities and make room for well-being, relationships, interests, and an identity beyond their job. My perspective combines decades in tech with competing at the CrossFit Games and HYROX World Championships while balancing work, family, and other interests.
My approach is practical and collaborative: understand your context, explore what matters now, and find a realistic next step toward a healthier, more meaningful life.