Bob Baxter Email & Phone Number

Nashville, Tn, Us

Salt Lake City, Utah, Us

- Assumed full responsibility and became the primary contact for a custom ETL pipeline within 6 months of hire, integrating data from sources like Google Cloud Storage (GCS), Amazon Web Services (AWS) S3, and FTP/SFTP - Developed and maintained robust ETL pipelines using Node.js, significantly improving data accuracy and availability for analytics purposes- Implemented advanced data storage solutions with PostgreSQL, Google Cloud Storage, and Google BigQuery, enhancing system reliability through increased redundancy and improving backup capabilities to ensure data integrity- Led an effort to refactor API endpoints, introducing modularity and extending support for multiple Google Cloud Platform (GCP) projects, improving operational flexibility and scalability- Spearheaded enhancements to ETL pipelines, introducing advanced customization for data requests and backfilling, significantly elevating operational efficiency and flexibility- Architected and implemented a comprehensive Jest testing suite, transitioning from no tests to achieving over 80% test coverage within a year of hire, substantially improving code reliability and system stability- Created and maintained comprehensive documentation for our team, encompassing topics like on-boarding procedures, testing protocols, and API documentation, significantly elevating knowledge sharing and team productivityPrimary technologies: JavaScript, Node.js, PostgreSQL, GCP (App Engine, BigQuery, Cloud Build, Cloud Scheduler, Cloud Storage, Compute Engine, Secret Manager), AWS S3, FTP/SFTP, Jest

Nashville, Tennessee, Us

- Bootstrapped and owned a crucial microservice to modernize and deprecate an existing business service.- Worked on a cross-functional product team and collaborated with other teams to provide support in delivering time-sensitive features.- Actively participated in agile process - work breakdown, refinement, estimation, planning, and execution of software development work as part of a scrum team.- Provided programming estimates, identified potential problems, and recommended alternative solutions.- Utilized pair programming with team members to solve complex issues.- Participated in regular code and design reviews.- Identified and communicated opportunities to improve existing features and workflows.Primary technologies: TypeScript, React.js, Node.js (Express), GraphQL, AWS (DynamoDB, S3, Cloud9), Jest, React Testing Library, Git, Github.

Franklin, Tn, Us

- Built, evolved, deployed, monitored, and maintained backend microservices to power critical user experiences with focus on high availability, low latency, and scalability- Modified and added new features and RESTful API routes.- Maintained 100% test coverage for unit and integration tests for backend services and APIs.- Troubleshooted and resolved production code and platform issues.- Participated in software design and code reviews.- Researched and applied new technologies as appropriate.Primary technologies: JavaScript, Node.js (Express, Hapi, Fastify), SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Mocha + Chai, Docker, Git, Github.

A reference guide for the mobile game, Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. I built the mobile-first, responsive frontend with React and the backend with Node.js and Fastify. Firebase is used for authentication. AWS is used for deployment (hosting and database services). The site has an average of 30k+ users and 600k+ pageviews per month, and a community of 500+ Patreon contributors, and 2000+ Discord users.I also built a Discord bot using Node and Discord.js, which was deployed via a DigitalOcean Linux VPS.Primary technologies: React, Node.js, Fastify, AWS (RDS, Elastic Beanstalk, CloudFront, S3, Route 53), MySQL, Firebase, NoSQL, Git, Github, HTML, CSS, Github Actions (CD/CI), Google Analytics, Google Adsense

Washington, Dc, Us

- Analyzes all claims including complex situations to determine if diseases and/or injuries were incurred or aggravated by military service in the line of duty for purposes of compensation, treatment, or hospitalization- Determines service-connection percentages of disabilities, permanent and total disability, and entitlement to compensation, pension and vocational training- Assures proper application of the Rating Schedule and other applicable instructions, and is fully accountable for proper analysis, appropriate development, and final rating determination- Provides consultative advice and assistance to Veterans Service Representatives- Actively participates in meetings and training sessions and is expected to lend his/her expertise in developing VSR skills as they relate to evidence-gathering for rating decisions- Acts as an advocate for Veterans and their beneficiaries in their dealings with other VA elements and organizations that affect their claims- Interacts with the Veteran and his/her representative or advocate when it is expedient and assures world-class customer service- Collaborates with other members of his/her work team, including Veterans Service Representatives and the Decision Review Officers

Washington, Dc, Us

- Serves as a primary contact for the veteran and his/her representative or advocate and the decision-maker for compensation or pension claims.- Explains benefit programs and entitlement criteria, conduct interviews, identifies issues, gathers relevant evidence, adjudicates claims, and inputs data necessary to generate the award and notification letter for veteran payments- Makes determinations as to eligibility for the type of benefit sought and fully analyzes, develops, and requests required evidence for certain claims requiring a rating decision - Decides the necessity for and type of examinations, reexamination, or opinions to determine the existence of or to evaluate disabilities resulting from diseases or injuries- Develops comprehensive requests for these examinations/opinions to ensure appropriate evidence is received from which to adjudicate the claim - Prepares correspondence to members of Congress and special interest groups on case assignments and other “controlled” correspondence- Reviews all correspondence to private attorneys; acknowledges and revokes designations for private attorneys- Utilizes various electronic data processing (EDP) systems for inputting data related to claims adjudication, processing, monitoring, and correspondence preparation - Acts as an advocate for veterans and their beneficiaries in their dealings with other VA elements and organizations that affect their claims

Washington, Dc, Us

- Maintains claims folders, ensuring that all pertinent records and documents are preserved appropriately- Analyzes claims and determines if disposition of claim and control action has been appropriately identified- Establishes or updates control actions to monitor status of claims- Develops straight forward evidence and assists higher-level team members in gathering more complex evidence- Facilitates the work flow between the team and other teams in the Veterans Service Center- Communicates with claimants and their representatives regarding claims filed, documentation and benefit programs- Member of the Intake Processing Center in the Veterans Service Center- Serves as primary contact for the veteran and his/her representative or advocate for compensation and pension claims- Responsible for the care and maintenance of the claims folders. Disposes of all redundant and non-record material after its initial purpose has been served- Analyzes claim and determine if disposition of claim and control action has been appropriately identified- Has a thorough understanding of the operating systems with the ability to input and/or access information needed in connection with the duties of the position- Receives, opens, reviews and date stamps all incoming correspondences (claims and miscellaneous mail)- Processes informal claims providing the claimant with the necessary application and stipulating the appropriate time limit- Explains basic VA benefit programs and entitlement criteria to veterans and their dependents- Gathers and completes documents, applications, and other information in order to process and evaluate various claims applications- Keeps up-to-date with Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures regarding veterans' compensation and pension benefits- Develops and establishes claims for disability benefits based on correspondence from veterans

Washington, Dc, Us

- Assessed problems and complaints; and resolved them in a professional manner or referred them to the appropriate source- Diligently communicated with management to identify, evaluate, and recommend appropriate change regarding training programs- Counseled veterans, their dependents, and beneficiaries regarding the full array of benefits available through the Department of Veterans Affairs- Facilitated timely processing of claims and provides assistance in obtaining and completing the necessary documents and forms in accordance with the type of claim being submitted- Analyzed claims (sometimes including legal or medical material), explained the decisions and reasons for the decisions made by the VA and communicated, verbally and in writing, this information to the claimant- Advised claimants on the following programs: compensation and pension benefits, home loan eligibility, education, health care, life insurance, burial benefits, vocational rehabilitation services, general Social Security Administration benefit programs, other federal, state, and local domestic relations and assistance programs- Communicated orally to people from a variety of backgrounds and varying levels of understanding to resolve complex and conflicting issues in an objective and equitable manner- Communicated in writing to both clients and co-workers, from a variety of backgrounds, in a clear and concise manner that reflects organization of subject matter and support for the current issues at hand

Nashville, Tennessee, Us

Intensive one-year software development bootcamp focusing on learning full stack development fundamentals and problem solving skills through real-world methodologies- Built browser-based single page applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and React- Developed server-side solutions using C# and .NET Core in Visual Studio- Designed responsive applications using Bootstrap and Reactstrap- Accessed and exposed data using RESTful APIs- Database management using SQL Server and Firebase- Hands on application of OOP fundamentals through group and individual projects reflecting real world business problems- JavaScript fundamentals leveraging DRY, modular, readable code, and reusable components- Task automation and module bundling with Webpack, linting with ESLint- Source code version control with Git/Github- Project management/tracking with Github Projects

Fort Liberty, Nc, Us

- Acted as First Sergeant for the unit- Communicated orally and in writing with subordinate soldiers to tactfully identify deficiencies in individual performance; and worked with supervisory personnel to facilitate positive feedback based on the outcome of scheduled reviews- Designed and delivered training programs to soldiers using modern teaching practices and techniques- Provided guidance and leadership to all soldiers in unit- Supervised the administration of all military justice matter, including courts-martial- Oversees administration of all legal support support provided to unit in all six core legal disciplines- Accountable for quality control and tracking personnel actions- Prepared and processed a full range of personnel actions, to include: recommendations for awards and decorations; requests for evaluations, to include responding to evaluation inquiries; requests for promotions and arrangements for promotion ceremonies; Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) reclassification requests; all types of military and non-military correspondence; birth month audits; suspensions of favorable actions (flags); inprocessing/outprocessing Soldiers; unit Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP); auditing of records for Interactive Personnel Records Management System (IPERMS) compliance; and inputting updated personnel and training data into Regional Level Application Software (RLAS) - Assisted soldiers with benefits, compensation, and professional development- Edited and maintained SharePoint database to track administrative actions- Additional Duties: Weight Control NCO, Sign-in Monitor, HHD Human Resources NCOIC, Board Recorder, and Unit Prevention Leader- Instructed a two-week course as a fitness instructor for overweight soldiers, July 2009- Active Secret Security Clearance

- Taught corporate classes, business English, and private courses- Developed and edited customized lesson plans based on the students' needs- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time

- Operated manual screen printing press including set-up, printing, and tear down of jobs- Identified and troubleshot common screen printing problems- Exposed screens, organized garments, and mixed or modified inks as production requirements dictated

- Served as a Postal Sergeant in an Army Post Office (APO) unit deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) 07-09 servicing over 120 units and more than 20,000 Soldiers, DoD civilians, and contractors- Assisted the Technical Inspector with inspecting over 120 unit mail rooms- Trained over 200 unit mail clerks in proper mail room procedures- Ensured all computers and information systems with a value over $15,000 were accounted for and running properly at all times- Ordered and maintained supplies and materials for the Camp Taji APO and the Postal unit that exceed a value of $500,000- Managed and inspected soldiers and civilians to ensure the lawful handling of mail and efficient workflow - Created spreadsheets, composed official Army memos, and developed presentations for productivity and accountability reports and for weekly conference calls- Areas of special emphasis: Postal Operations Directorate Inspections, Holiday Mail Surge, Mail Room Inspections- Additional Duties: Unit Information Management Officer, Technical Inspector, Supply NCO

- Operated and maintained variety of office equipment, such as fax machines, photocopiers, scanners, and telephone systems- Managed daily operations and micromanaged all subsequent positions- Performed multiple tasks including receiving calls, interacting with customers, and negotiating rates

Full Stack Software Developer

B.S. In Spanish, Nutrition And Food Science, Business Administration

Military School

Spanish Language And Culture

Certificate To Teach English As A Second Language (Tesl)

Military School

Military School

Military School