About

I'm Alex Kim, a software engineer into observability and distributed systems.

Professional Focus

I build systems that are high-performing and transparent. My work focuses on observability—essentially making sure complex distributed architectures can be monitored, traced, and understood in real-time.

Currently, I'm working on engineering projects where reliability and visibility are the main metrics for success.

The Build / Train / Learn Framework

I organize my growth through three pillars: Build (software and writing), Train (endurance sports and habits), and Learn (emerging tech and systems thinking).

I believe that the discipline required for Train is directly transferable to the patience and persistence needed to the two other pillars. My goal is to maintain a high standard of competence across these domains.

If you're interested in discussing system design, automation, or endurance training, reach out via Email or follow my work on Substack.