Paul Dunscomb | Engineering Leader & Strategic Advisor

I help companies scale resilient teams and thriving individuals | Ex-F500 engineering and business leader | Coach | Catalyst | Systems thinker

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Professional Summary

I partner with leaders to bridge strategy and execution, shape resilient teams, and prepare businesses for the AI-driven wave of transformation. I'm passionate about ethical, human-centered innovation and scaling mission-driven organizations.

My career began as an early hire at Dynon Avionics, where I helped scale the company from a startup into an aviation market leader. At Amazon, I led tech teams in high-ambiguity spaces, including Halo Nutrition, where we launched a new-to-world product in just six months.

Building the Future

Creating solutions that don't yet exist and turning ambiguity into executable alignment

Coaching Leaders

Guiding developers and leaders through challenging transitions and growth opportunities

Systems Thinking

Applying holistic approaches to complex problems at the intersection of people and technology

Amazon Leadership Experience

During my 7+ years at Amazon, I navigated complex technical challenges while building high-performing teams across multiple business units:

Kindle Unlimited (2024-2025)

Software Development Manager driving innovations in Amazon's subscription reading service

Amazon Kuiper (2023-2024)

Led teams building ground-based web, iOS, and Android customer experiences for Amazon's global satellite service

Halo (2021-2023)

Hired a team of 10 software developers in 3 months and delivered a new mobile nutrition management feature in 6 months, collaborating with PM and UX partners to build incremental trust

Fire TV (2017-2021)

Led software engineers using big data tools to deliver a comprehensive global catalog of movie metadata to Alexa, FireTV, Prime Video, and IMDb

Dynon Avionics: Scaling from Startup to Market Leader

As employee #5 at Dynon Avionics, I played a pivotal role in the company's growth trajectory over 16+ years:

  • Architected hardware and software platforms that opened new sales channels
  • Scaled hardware, software, and IT teams from 5 to 40 employees
  • Grew revenue from $0 to eight-figure ARR
  • As VP Engineering, won FAA certification for flagship product line, increasing ARR by 200% and expanding total addressable market 10x
  • Cut certification timeline 40% through ASTM committee leadership

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Zoic Capital

Seed Investor and Operating Partner (2018-Present)

Focused on investing in high-growth companies at the edge of low-cost diagnostics and therapeutics, applying strategic vision to identify promising healthcare innovations.

Digital Aquatics

Co-founder & COO (2005-2007)

Bootstrapped, scaled, and sold an IoT startup in the high-end aquarium automation market. Launched two category-defining control systems still influencing the industry today. Built full-stack solutions blending embedded systems, UX, and community-driven design, leading to a successful exit at 5x ROI.

Future Hope

Vice President & Co-founder (2005-2018)

Co-founded an education technology non-profit improving lives through technical training in developing regions. Launched computer labs and training projects near San Salvador, El Salvador, with over 200 students completing training and dozens pursuing professional careers.

Leadership Philosophy

I believe that when teams feel empowered and aligned, they can deliver breakthroughs that matter.

My leadership approach centers on building diverse cross-functional teams that consistently outperform. I thrive at the intersection of people and systems, turning ambiguity into executable alignment while maintaining a culture of trust and collaboration.

Throughout my career, I've successfully:

  • Turned around underperforming teams
  • Driven strategic pivots in high-pressure environments
  • Navigated complex regulatory landscapes
  • Transitioned global resources while preserving team cohesion

Technical Expertise & Certifications

Top Skills

Agile Project Management - Leading cross-functional teams through complex product development cycles

Agile Leadership - Fostering adaptive, collaborative environments that respond quickly to change

Systems Thinking - Applying holistic approaches to complex organizational and technical challenges

Certifications & Publications

  • Certified Scrum Master
  • Private Aircraft Pilot
  • F3153-15 Standard Specification for Verification of Avionics Systems

Education

Stanford University Graduate School of Business
Executive Program in Corporate Entrepreneurship and Change Management (2015)

Seattle Pacific University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering (1997-2001)

Case Study: Halo Nutrition

Challenge

Launch a completely new mobile nutrition management feature in a compressed timeframe with a team that didn't yet exist.

Approach

  • Hired 10 software developers in just 3 months
  • Established iterative delivery processes with PM and UX partners
  • Built incremental trust through consistent execution

Result

Successfully delivered the new-to-world product in just six months, demonstrating the power of aligned teams working in high-ambiguity environments.

Case Study: Dynon Avionics FAA Certification

Challenge

Navigate complex regulatory environment to secure FAA approval for flagship product line, opening entirely new markets.

Approach

Led ASTM standards committee, working directly with regulators to establish new certification pathways while maintaining technical excellence.

Result

Cut certification timeline by 40%, increased annual recurring revenue by 200%, and expanded total addressable market by 10×.

This achievement demonstrates my ability to bridge technical expertise with strategic business objectives while navigating complex stakeholder environments—skills I bring to every leadership role.

Connect With Me

I'm interested in collaboration opportunities, advisory roles, and initiatives that demand cross-functional leadership and systems thinking. If you're building something meaningful that requires navigating complexity with clarity, let's connect.

Contact Information

📱 206.356.0116 (Mobile)
📧 paul.dunscomb@gmail.com
🔗 LinkedIn Profile

Based in Seattle, Washington, United States

Areas of Interest

  • Ethical, human-centered innovation
  • AI-driven business transformation
  • Scaling mission-driven organizations
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Strategic advisory and coaching
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