Brian Rickard Email & Phone Number

Murray, KY, US

Murray, Kentucky, United States

• Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, responsible for designing and developing training and e-learning software applications including debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the project development.
• Lead a development team in adopting architecture as code, seamlessly integrating serverless frameworks and scalable solutions to boost system efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Directed a development team to consistently meet and exceed performance metrics by enhancing workflow processes, optimizing team dynamics, and implementing agile methodologies.
• Championed the adoption of rigorous unit testing protocols across multiple projects, significantly improving code reliability and reducing the bug rate by fostering a culture of quality assurance.
• Led the successful deployment of a robust Push Notification system, enhancing user engagement across mobile and web platforms by ensuring timely and relevant communications.
• Orchestrated the development and launch of a NextJS-based Learning Management System (LMS) UI and RESTful API to improve the user interface and scalable backend services.

Murray, Kentucky

• Primary responsibilities included design and development of architecture components as well as implementing software solutions in support of agricultural operations including technical support and build end-to-end.
• Architected and developed the GrowerLink React App, leveraging web technologies for delivery of a user-friendly interface to enhance agricultural management capabilities.
• Utilized C# and XAML contributing to the development of the Land.db client and enhancing application functionality and user experience through robust coding practices.
• Redesigned and engineered the Equipment section of the Land.db client from the ground up to significantly improve user interaction and data management efficiency.
• Led the expansion of domain events in the implementation of Equipment module, enhancing system responsiveness and scalability through architectural improvements.
• Collaborated closely with the Connect Team to seamlessly integrate invoice processing into our client software resulting in streamlined financial operations and enhanced user convenience.

Murray, Kentucky, United States

Worked in the following areas: order fulfillment, shipping, and inventory control.

Murray, Kentucky, United States

• This role oversaw all aspects of payroll administration including performing a variety of accounting functions in preparation, distribution, and reporting of payroll within organizational and regulatory guidelines.
• Managed and reconciled general ledger accounts with a total cash flow of over $300,000.00, preparing journal entries, cash transmittals and deduction registers.
• Maintaining employee records and providing information regarding compensation, payroll taxes and benefits to employees and managers as requested.
• Coordinating with the HR department to ensure correct employee data as well as approving student Personal Action Forms, managing international employee tax exemptions.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science, Magna Cum Laude

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Economics

Activities and Societies: •Eagle Scout (March 1990 - March 2002) •Member Economics & Finance Society (Aug. 2004 – Dec. 2006) •Member.