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- Managed an Agile team of 10 cross-functional engineers on a $650K backend application optimization project that enabled a 30% increase in system performance- Developed application fixes in C++ and SQL database to optimize system responsiveness, which increased system performance by 25%- Executed and presented Earned Value monthly reporting and program status to senior leadership for awareness- Led Agile teams as Scrum Master to prioritize and scope features to ensure the biggest impact features were implemented first- Mentored junior developers in technologies, tools, and processes ensuring they have the skills and knowledge in order to perform their roles

- Architected and developed test automation framework in Python to validate locomotive safety element, improving test duration time by 40%- Directed execution for Product Qualification Testing (PQT) to validate element for use on locomotives- Authored PQT test reports and technical test procedures to map requirements to test validation to ensure safety of the system for deployment

- Designed and implemented enhancements to MongoDB database, Python REST API, and Vizrt UI for a cross-domain military visualization application resulting in evaluations of operational effectiveness- Briefed and demonstrated new capabilities to senior leaders and international customers, securing follow on funding for future enhancements

- Completed challenging two-year program with interactive conferences and rotational assignments in diverse businesses, functional areas and geographical locations- Led software team in designing, implementing, and testing a remote-controlled underwater submersible for ELDP deliverable, resulting in successful completion of project and ELDP graduation

• Responsible for serving approximately 50 patrons per dinner shift in time-sensitive situations• Ensured customer expectations were met and exceeded through active monitoring and resolution of issues• Demonstrated ability to interact with customers from diverse cultures and backgrounds• Operated computer/cash register and enthusiastically accepted payments from customers

• Installed configurations and IOS onto Cisco devices• Organized network related files to ensure ease of access and improve efficiency• Performed networking tests and assisted in IDF upgrade• Responsible for IP address management in company database• Generated inventory spreadsheets of company hardware for upcoming projects

• Maintained a section of 12-18 guests in time-sensitive situations• Ensured customer expectations were met and exceeded through active monitoring and resolution of issues• Processed cash and credit transactions up to $1,000 and prepare bank drops up to $7,000 per day• Trained 10 new servers in protocol and etiquette• Promoted from bus boy to carry-out to server