Software Architect & Engineer

Fredrick
Lackey

Architect, engineer, and leader building software systems for four decades.

Fred Lackey
40
Years in Software
This site is being rebuilt. A comprehensive portfolio and blog are in progress. In the meantime, you will find an overview of my career and how to reach me.

AI Integration

Building intelligent systems that augment human capability, from knowledge builders to career coaching tools.

Architecture

Designing scalable, maintainable systems across distributed services, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure.

Leadership

Guiding engineering teams through complex technical decisions, modernization efforts, and delivery milestones.

Full-Stack

End-to-end implementation from frontend interfaces to backend services, databases, and deployment pipelines.

Legacy Modernization

Transforming aging systems into modern architectures while preserving business logic and continuity.

Engineering

Rigorous, quality-driven development with four decades of practical experience across industries and platforms.

2021 – Present
Software Architect
CISA / Department of Homeland Security
2006 – 2018
Software Architect & Engineer
Spotless
1994 – 1996
Software Engineer
Arcada / Backup Exec