Senior Software Engineer
I am a software engineer who wants to be the very best.
Like no one ever was.
To build things is my real test.
To deploy them is my cause.
Technical Skill Highlights
Full-Stack
Full-stack developer with expertise in multiple languages, front/back-end frameworks, database design, and API development.
DevOps
Expert in CI/CD pipelines, skilled in Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, and Azure.
Cloud Environments
Proficient in secure cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), experienced with AWS and Azure.
Novel Payment Solutions
Expert in Bitcoin/Lightning, created advanced payment solutions on Lightning Network, surpassing traditional systems by 10x.
Databases
Expert in secure, scalable databases; skilled in SQL Server, SQLite, MySQL, PostgreSQL.
Process Automation
Proficient in process automation, enhancing efficiency and quality while cutting costs.
Distributed Systems
Expert in designing fault-tolerant, scalable distributed systems using Kubernetes, Kafka, Akka, Hadoop, Spark, and ElasticSearch.
AI-Assisted
Utilizing AI tools to streamline development, enhance decisions, and gain competitive edge.
Soft Skill Highlights
Problem-Solving
Analytical engineer adept at deconstructing complex problems, utilizing data, and devising innovative solutions for impactful results.
Time-Management
Efficient in time management and multitasking, excels in meeting deadlines independently with minimal supervision.
Communication
Skilled in clear communication of complex tech details, adapts style for various audiences and contexts.
Adaptability
Highly adaptable, thrives in dynamic settings with a focused, innovative approach to challenges.
Collaboration
Excels in collaborative teams, communicates effectively with diverse groups, fosters trust, and is open to feedback for common goals.
Leadership
Experienced leader in project management and mentoring, motivates and delegates effectively, providing strong team support.
Expected Benefits From Employer
Before reaching out please make sure the company you represent can provide the following employment benefits. If you can provide most of the benefits but not all of them further negotiations can be made.
- Fully Remote
- Market Rate Compensation
- Flexible Work Hours
- Medical and Dental Insurance
Professional Experience
T. Rowe Price
Backend Developer
Baltimore, MD - Oct 2023 to Present
- Built and maintained backend services for marketing and sales systems
AWS, Bash, Docker, Gitlab, Java, Javascript, Node.js, React, TypeScript
Kemper
DevOps Engineer
Chicago, IL - May 2023 to Aug 2023
- Enterprise-wide administration of CI/CD, source control, and related automations
AWS, Bash, CloudFormation, Docker, Gitlab, Groovy, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Python
Quality Consulting Inc.
Senior Tech Lead / Senior Software Engineer
West Des Moines, IA - Jan 2015 to Feb 2023
- Provided regular consulting to clients on project status, proposals, and issues
- Conducted research, designed, and implemented software systems to meet client requirements
- Collaborated with external teams on development projects
- Led small teams during the core development phase for various applications
- Experienced in full stack development of both large and small scale applications, with a focus on web development
- Completed development work for reputable companies such as John Deere, Pioneer, and American Enterprise
- Mentored junior consultants in software development best practices
AWS, Azure, Azure DevOps, C#, Docker, Javascript, Jenkins, PostgreSQL, PowerShell, SQL Server, Scala
Banno
Part-Time Software Engineer
Cedar Falls, IA - Apr 2013 to Jan 2015
- Development of backend services for mobile applications that performed financial monitoring
- Fixed defects in custom web scrapers
- Added bank specific money transfer functionality to mobile application
- Worked closely with full-time engineers on large scale distributed financial systems
- Mentored new interns and provided guidance over functional programming concepts and paradigms
AWS, Akka, Docker, Git, Jenkins, Markup Templates, Scala
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science