Mark Clintsman

VP of Engineering | Scaling High-Impact Teams & AI-Driven Platforms | Cloud, FinTech & SaaS Transformation

Riverside, California, United States

About

Engineering executive with 15+ years of experience leading product-driven teams, scaling SaaS platforms, and aligning technology with business growth. I specialize in cloud modernization, AI integration, and platform architecture—turning complex systems into scalable, compliant, high-impact solutions. Currently serving as Director of Engineering at a national fintech leader, I’ve delivered platforms supporting over $20B in annual loan volume, implemented AI automation (Google Document AI, Azure Cognitive Services, GitHub Copilot/Claude), and built multi-squad engineering teams that thrive at scale. I’m passionate about empowering people, simplifying complexity, and driving meaningful transformation at the intersection of technology, strategy, and innovation. Let’s connect if you’re looking for leadership that builds systems—and cultures—that last.

Experience

  • Director of Engineering at New American Funding
    Jun 2015 - Present · 11 yrs 1 mo

    Led platform architecture, team scaling, and technical strategy for the company’s national growth engine. • Spearheaded the build of an omnichannel communications platform driving record-breaking sales volume • Launched the Local Buyer Connect program, expanding reach 3x and generating multimillion-dollar revenue • Directed multiple agile teams, integrating DevOps, CI/CD, and architectural modernization • Partnered directly with SVPs and C-suite to align engineering with business growth initiatives • Championed a high-trust, mission-driven engineering culture

  • Chief Executive Officer / Founder at FlipSwitch, Inc
    Jul 2021 - Jul 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    A social media platform for metaverse experiences that will fundamentally change the way we interact with products, people, and partnership around the world. You can control your experience with the "flip of a switch". Join us on our journey to change the world from what we know to what we want it to be.

  • Sr. Application Developer at Nationstar Mortgage
    Apr 2014 - Jun 2015 · 1 yr 3 mos

    Agile Process and Scrum Ceremonies Web Portal Development for Customer Base in Originations Message Routing in SQL Broker Encompass Development Working within MVC4, Web API, SQL Server, JavaScript, JSON, HTML5/CSS3 and Web Services.

  • Sr. Web Developer (Contractor) at Esri
    Sep 2013 - Apr 2014 · 8 mos

    Development environment included working in IDE Visual Studio 2010, 2012, and 2013. SQL Server 2008-2012, JavaScript, jQuery, JSON, Content Management System Sitecore, Managed Framework for Custom Solutions, Model integrity tools such as Synthesis and Unicorn. • Developed multiple enterprise level applications including the Form Creator, URL Redirect Tool, Mega Menu, and Multiple Sitecore templates and modules for reusable content. • Worked on deployments for all major code pushes for WebOperations department including single page campaigns to major product releases. • Developed reusable modulated code that allowed for extensible design and produced decoupled code structure to separate from data, model, and presentation. • Ensure product assurance on release and support any known issues from developers inside Web Operations and outside support for distributors and team members within the Esri family. • Worked on the AIL (Architect Integration Layer) team that developed a stand alone custom solution type to allow for middle layer logic projects to be imported as a custom template type that would expose anything from REST endpoints to custom DAL/BLL application for reuse and modularity. • Worked on the GIS Platform and built world level maps with proprietary software, worked on teams that generated some of the most important world maps used by the world today.

  • Lead Software Engineer at Freelance / Contract Engagements
    Oct 2007 - Apr 2014 · 6 yrs 7 mos

    Co-developed a form generation engine for Sitecore used globally on ESRI.com. Designed and deployed a pioneering EMR system at Hoag Hospital; the product earned significant funding and was later acquired by Kaiser. Created a GSM-based maritime communication platform enabling over-the-air updates to luxury vessels worldwide. Partnered with global brands like Disney and Verizon to build custom digital marketing platforms and interactive campaign tools.