Hi, I'm Ariel Pérez

Product & Technology LeaderSystems ThinkerOrganizational AlchemistAdaptive Collaboration ArchitectCross-Functional Team Builder

I build high-performing, adaptive, deeply collaborative product & engineering organizations that deliver exceptional value at high velocity.

With 20+ years across startups, scale-ups, and Fortune 50s, I bridge product and technology to drive growth—accelerating release cadence, cutting lead times, creating products that matter, and saving millions in operational costs. I lead through systems thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and AI-enabled innovation, building adaptive teams that scale and thrive together.

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About me

Engineer. Product leader. Entrepreneur. Systems thinker.

I build high-performing, adaptive organizations through cross-functional collaboration. Led teams at Tinybird, Split (acquired by Harness)), and JP Morgan Chase, transforming how they build and deliver technology. I combine full-stack technical depth with strategic product thinking and go-to-market execution.

Expertise

Strategic product & technology leadership

Unifying vision and execution across both disciplines

I excel at creating cohesive product-technology strategies that drive business growth. My background as both a product leader and technologist allows me to bridge these worlds effectively, eliminating the silos that slow companies down.

Unified product-technology strategy and roadmap development
Executive alignment on technology priorities and investment
Vision articulation that connects business goals to technical execution
Strategic decision-making frameworks that balance innovation and delivery

Cross-functional team design & collaboration effectiveness

Building adaptive organizations through continuous collaboration

I’ve pioneered approaches for creating cross-functional teams that dynamically adapt to challenges. My leadership philosophy focuses on clarity, context, and trust, creating the conditions for teams to collaborate seamlessly across product, engineering, sales, and operations.

Cross-functional collaboration frameworks that enable teams to adapt quickly to market changes and business opportunities
Adaptive team structures where product, engineering, and business functions work seamlessly together, side-by-side
Fluid organizational design that reorganizes around opportunities through effective cross-team collaboration and coordination strategies
Clear boundaries and processes that enable teams to move quickly while maintaining alignment across functions
Leadership coaching approaches on collaborative decision-making that empowers teams without abandoning strategic oversight

Executive technology leadership and AI strategy

Providing CPTO/CTO leadership that drives results

I bring executive-level product and technology leadership to organizations during critical periods of growth and transition. My experience spans startups to Fortune 50s, giving me unique insight into scaling challenges and solutions.

C-level strategy development and board-level communication
Product and engineering organization leadership
Technical talent strategy and team building
Roadmap development and execution oversight
AI implementation strategy and intelligent automation systems
Transition planning and knowledge transfer

Startup & scale-up leadership

From zero-to-one through growth and exit

I bring founder-level drive and execution to early-stage ventures. Previously co-founded a start-up, led product & technology through rapid scaling at multiple venture-backed companies, and have deep experience in go-to-market execution and customer development.

Zero-to-one product development and market validation
Early-stage team building and culture development
Go-to-market strategy and customer acquisition
Fundraising support and investor communication
Scaling technical architecture for rapid growth
Commercial pilot execution and customer success

Specialization

Data Infrastructure & Analytics Leadership
Feature Flagging & Experimentation Systems
GenAI Integration & AI-Powered Automation
Technical Go-To-Market Strategy
Technical Due Diligence & Assessment
Engineering Excellence & Operational Effectiveness
Product-Engineering Alignment & Collaboration
MarTech Stack Design and Integration Strategy

Technical expertise

Extensive experience across the full stack.

Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Java, PHP • React, Node.js, Django, FastAPI, Rails, Spring, Laravel
Data & Analytics: Postgres, MySQL, ClickHouse, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka/Redpanda, Snowflake, Databricks • Real-time streaming, OLAP databases, ETL/ELT pipelines
Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform • CI/CD, microservices, serverless architectures
AI & Machine Learning: LLM integration, AI-powered automation, intelligent analytics, GPT API implementation, vector databases, RAG systems
Specialized Systems: Feature management & experimentation platforms, event-driven architectures, behavioral analytics instrumentation and customer data platforms, content management systems
Security & Compliance: SOC2, GDPR, PCI DSS, financial services compliance • Zero-trust architecture, data encryption, audit trails

Industry experience

Deep domain expertise across multiple high-growth sectors.

Financial Services: Retail banking, private banking, brokerage trading, and portfolio management platforms
Developer Tools & Infrastructure: Real-time analytics platforms, feature flagging & experimentation systems, data lakes and warehouses
E-Commerce & Subscription Commerce: Beauty products, gourmet food, music distribution
MarTech & Customer Data: Marketing automation, customer data platforms, cross-channel communications
Music Technology: Content distribution, promotion tools, monetization platforms, ad-tech, intelligent routing systems

Working with me

Important Note: I deliver my services exclusively through Adaptive Alchemy, LLC, a US-based consultancy.

To engage my services:

Contact Adaptive Alchemy, LLC for service inquiries and consultations.
Adaptive Alchemy will coordinate all consulting engagements, contracting, and logistics.
I focus on delivering exceptional value while Adaptive Alchemy handles business operations.

Engagement models:

Fractional CPTO/CTO
Strategic advisory
Team effectiveness consulting
Technical leadership coaching
Organizational transformation

For services: inquiries@adaptivealchemy.io.
For speaking engagements or direct contact: ariel@arielperez.io.

Occasionally, for especially compelling opportunities, I may consider full-time roles. If you believe your opportunity is a strong fit, you can reach me directly at ariel@arielperez.io.

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