Engineering manager with 12 direct reports and 5 contractors. Responsible for leading the technology architecture, implementation, deployment, and support functions for TCF Capital Solutions servicing, data analytics, microservices, and Business Banking. Teams under management perform custom Java and .NET application and microservice development, CICD pipeline development, data engineering, data source management, application platform implementation and configuration, database administration, and operational support.• TCF Top Performer award recipient, 2020• Created a DevOps oriented culture through the implementation of SDLC and CICD technologies, patterns, and practices resulting in faster deployment times, improved traceability, and reduction in errors.• Upskilled and upgraded team talent and drove migration to a product-driven agile/scrum process resulting in a 40% increase in engineering development capacity and a corresponding reduction in operational support time spent.• Established technology-first, product-focused relationships with vendor partners resulting in improved vendor development outcomes and vendor cost reductions.• Developed an optimized M&A technology conversion strategy and pattern for TCF leveraging Azure cloud.• Led the M&A technology conversion of a major Capital Solutions acquisition of a $1 billion platform representing the largest acquisition in the history of the Capital Solutions business line.• Technologies include Java, Spring Boot, .NET, RESTful microservices, OAuth, SQL, Kafka, Ansible, Git, GitHub, Jenkins, Artifactory, Azure, Prometheus, Grafana, Business Objects, Crystal Reports, Vagrant, Docker, and Kubernetes (k8s).

Worked as technical lead on the architecture and development of financial software for a Fortune 500 company enabling the firm to manage organization hierarchy and sales compensation across the enterprise. Also, led a major CRM architecture effort for the nation’s largest residential real estate brokerage company including mobile-first, responsive web, and microservice designs.• Promoted to Associate Principal Consultant after 6 months• Magenic Consultant of the Quarter, Q1 2017• Implemented DevOps standards including VSTS development templates and automation utilizing Node.js, NPM, Bower, PowerShell, NuGet, and Microsoft Test SDK.• Application technologies include ASP.NET Core MVC, REST, Web API, SQL, Redis, SAP, Automic UC4, OWIN, OpenID Connect (OIDC), Javascript, Telerik Kendo, Azure, Docker and TFS.• Grew team from 2 to 10 consultants by building trust and dependability with client through consistent software delivery.• Worked with test automation team to architect and build automated testing using HP ALM and UFT.• Technologies include Kubernetes (k8s), Jenkins, React, GCP, Pivotal PCF, .NET, Git, SQL, Azure, REST, SSO, AngularJS, and Xamarin.

Technology Architect and Manager with 8 direct report software engineers responsible for the design, development, deployment, and operations of all business administration systems supporting admissions, marketing, financial aid, student services, business office, accounting, and human resources. Recruited, hired, and mentored software teams to advance technology infrastructure to support fast-paced change while maintaining stability required in a regulated environment.• Architected the most significant business system and technology update in the history of the company.• Increased responsibilities over time to include management of both new product development team and business systems team while serving as Enterprise Architect.• Modernized business systems by migrating legacy systems to a web platform supporting rapid deployment.• Improved DevOps processes including development templates, automated builds, continuous delivery, and environment configurations resulting in no downtime weekly production deployments as opposed to previous quarterly releases requiring downtime.• Migrated team to Agile development environment to normalize release schedule across business.

Executive manager responsible for operations, sales, and engineering functions driving company’s technology and service vision through successful project engagements and product releases. Responsible for 3 direct report managers and oversight of an engineering team of 24, actively participated in multiple project teams involved in the development of SaaS solutions, mobile and desktop applications, and embedded systems for the medical device and other industries.• Responsible for record sales year and negotiations of key client contracts to help ensure long-term growth.• Built and managed product development team for executing product development lifecycle.• Drove development of SaaS products from ideation and design to production release and support with a proactive management approach to ensure successful release.• Initiated and managed key relationships with industry partners for joint marketing purposes.• Actively managed client services and development efforts including customer prospecting and engagement.• Work closely with clients and stakeholders on software requirements, architecture, and project execution.• Maintained hands-on contributions through all phases of the software and solution development lifecycle.• Iteratively improved operations processes through the implementation of software systems and automation.• Developed measurable operations process metrics for continuous and iterative performance improvement.• Received numerous feedback communications from clients detailing positive consulting engagements. • Instrumental in monitoring market needs and developing strategic plans to capitalize on market change.

Lead technology developer and product manager responsible for the design and development of embedded set-top box solution and backend management solution for content distribution and provisioning designed to increase user engagement on cable networks through the delivery of superior on-demand services. Worked closely with executive management and industry partners to architect and implement intellectual property and product.• Architected delivery system for on-demand interactive content, bandwidth management, and operations support for cable network operators.• Developed strategy and supporting technology to acquire and manage interactive content.• Efficiently directed staff through architecture and development of prototype system.• Participated in technology presentations to angels and venture capitalists to obtain financing.

Software architect, developer, and researcher responsible for the delivery of cutting-edge software engineering solutions for complex client problems. Leveraged advanced knowledge of networks, embedded systems, application development, and databases to deliver software solutions to clients in the defense, air traffic management, forestry, energy, and retail industries. Mentored software engineering staff on development tools and processes and evaluated projects and corporate technical direction for senior management.• Led company’s market entry, engineering efforts, and client solutions engagement in the Twin Cities market.• Architected, implemented, and deployed company’s flagship device control solution.• Key contributor toward the architecture, development, and deployment of unattended gas station solution.• Solved major problems with air traffic management system logging, playback, and radar gateway leading to successful completion of product acceptance at deployment sites.• Worked with senior management to evaluate and build corporate technology intellectual property portfolio.