Canyon Bryson

Canyon Bryson

AI Engineer + Full-Stack Developer

I write reuseable, pattern-based code that is easy to understand and maintain.

7 years experienceComputational math + CS degreeLead Engineer at ORTHOATHLETEOrthoHCP shipped in 30 days

About

I'm an AI Engineer and Full-Stack Developer focused on shipping production systems that solve real problems.

What I Optimize For

Speed + Correctness: I believe you can have both. Fast iteration with solid foundations beats either extreme.

End-to-end ownership: I prefer working across the stack—from data pipelines to AI models to user interfaces—rather than staying in a narrow lane.

Shipping over perfection: A working product teaches you more than a perfect spec. I start with thin vertical slices and iterate based on real feedback.

How I Collaborate

I communicate proactively—daily updates on progress, early flags on blockers, and clear documentation of decisions and tradeoffs. I prefer async communication for deep work, with sync time reserved for alignment and problem-solving.

I work best with small teams where everyone has context and autonomy. I'm comfortable leading projects or contributing as part of a team, depending on what the situation needs.

Values

Speed without shortcuts

I ship fast by making good tradeoffs, not by skipping tests or documentation.

Ownership over tasks

I take responsibility for outcomes, not just completing assigned work.

Clarity in communication

I surface problems early, document decisions, and keep stakeholders informed.

Continuous improvement

I actively seek feedback, learn from mistakes, and refine my approach.

Outside of work, I'm a marathon runner and rock climber. Both require the same things that make good engineering: consistent effort, honest self-assessment, and showing up even when it's hard. I bring that same discipline to my work.