Hello, my name is Mike Ross. I am an accomplished executive technologist with a proven history of rescuing failing projects and revitalizing technology organizations into world-class operations. For 15 years, I successfully operated my own consulting firm, tackling complex challenges for a diverse range of clients. I also served as the Virtual CTO for the largest public healthcare provider in the U.S. during my time at Microsoft, delivering scalable solutions and driving transformative change. Currently, I am a Principal Technical Program Manager at Amazon, where I thrive at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and execution.

In my role at Amazon, I lead high-stakes initiatives spanning three VP organizations, overseeing programs that directly impact the company’s global operations and are tracked at the CEO level. I specialize in building frameworks that unite cross-functional teams, translating vision into actionable roadmaps, and delivering results at scale. My work bridges technology and business, ensuring seamless execution across Amazon’s corporate hiring programs and beyond.

With over two decades of hands-on experience, I bring a deep passion for crafting robust processes and mechanisms that empower engineering teams to thrive. From creating structure out of chaos to turning ambitious visions into reality, I have a track record of transforming scrappy startups into world-class development organizations through strategic hiring, planning, and execution.

Based in Thompson’s Station, TN, I balance my professional pursuits with a love for music, often playing keyboard in a band around Nashville’s vibrant music scene.

If you’re in need of a Technology Strategist, Fractional CTO, Interim CTO, or Technical Program Manager, let’s connect. Having delivered results at two of the world’s largest tech companies, I’m eager to bring my expertise to help your organization succeed.