I'm Mark Thomas, a principal engineer and published author with 15+ years of experience building elegant, impactful software and products. My work takes different forms—helping early-stage companies scale their engineering teams and ship great products, or creating specialized tools for underserved niche markets—but the approach is always the same: thoughtful engineering applied to real problems.
I focus on practical, elegant solutions to real engineering challenges. Whether that's technical consulting with early-stage startups or building specialized software products for niche markets, the goal is always the same: thoughtful engineering that delivers measurable value.
Focused Roster: I partner with a very small number of teams at once so each engagement gets senior-level focus.
Flexible Terms: Month-to-month engagements that adapt to your changing needs and priorities.
Quick Start: Can begin working within a day of agreement, perfect for urgent technical needs.
Startup Specialized: Deep experience with the unique challenges of pre-seed to Series A companies.
From niche products and content creation to consulting engagements and technical leadership—a diverse portfolio showcasing different approaches to building and creating value.
Project
PaybackTime automates insurance claim documentation with AI-powered receipt categorization, inventory analysis, and organized PDF summaries. Served hundreds of Eaton and Palisades fire survivors, processing 1,000+ receipts worth nearly $500k and tracking over $100k in reimbursements.
Project
Snuggle Up Story Time delivers high-quality children's stories with thoughtful narration and calming presentation—an alternative to overstimulating kids' content.
I typically work with only one or two teams at a time so every engagement stays high-touch.