Summary
Paul Karsten is a seasoned technology executive and Chief Delivery Officer with nearly three decades of experience turning complex business needs into reliable, maintainable software across industries from telecommunications to banking and manufacturing. He has led large-scale transformations—shifting organizations to DevOps, cloud-native practices and faster release cadences—while building and retaining high-performing engineering teams that reduce turnover and lower total cost of ownership. Known for marrying strong engineering disciplines with clear communication and transparency, he shapes IT strategy and architecture to leverage emerging technologies for tangible business value. His background includes directing delivery for massive consumer platforms and pioneering programmable telecom APIs, reflecting a rare blend of hands-on technical pedigree and enterprise delivery leadership. Based in Littleton, Colorado, he brings a pragmatic, people-first approach that consistently converts ambitious change programs into sustained operational success.
9 years of coding experience
32 years of employment as a software developer