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Lindon, Utah, United States

Led development of a key product for our IBM department, integrating with client SAM tools to automate software installation data retrieval and classification. Streamlined licensing workflows to enhance accuracy and ensure enterprise compliance.Spearheaded migration of codebase from .NET Framework 4.8 to .NET 8 by identifying and decoupling incompatible libraries, adopting dependency inversion patterns, and performing extensive regression testing to ensure stable releases.Migrated 350 production databases using Azure Database Migration Service, leveraging pre-migration backups and validated dry runs to ensure a smooth transition within a 2-hour planned downtime.

Lindon, Utah, United States

Designed and implemented a .NET Framework backend solution to process large log file batches, automating millions of entries from zip uploads (30-100 files, up to 20MB each). Collaborated with the client to gather requirements and deliver the feature within 6 months of my tenure, streamlining log analysis and resolving Excel limitations.Enhanced deployment velocity from 2 deploys per month to 3 per week by designing an Azure DevOps CI/CD pipeline and integrating Launch Darkly feature flags, decreasing deployment risk and enabling faster feature rollouts.

Riverton, Utah, United States

Built an end-to-end Cypress testing suite, structured for easy extensibility, enabling a busy QA lead to gradually add tests. Replaced 40 hours of manual testing weekly, laying the foundation for scalable and reliable QA processes.Integrated tests with Jira for real-time reporting, visible to the whole team. The suite caught critical bugs in multiple releases, ensuring smoother deployments.Documented the automated test suite comprehensively, enabling seamless updates and ensuring future scalability of the QA framework.

Orem, Utah, United States

Developed an automation tool to migrate IT inventory records from Excel to ServiceNow, streamlining the transition to a centralized system and improving the accuracy of departmental ownership tracking.Provided front-line IT support by handling incoming support calls and troubleshooting hardware, software, and device issues for over 3,000 employees, maintaining optimal system performance.Ensured device health for Windows devices, VoIP systems, and headsets, addressing technical issues and performing routine maintenance to minimize downtime.Provisioned and configured new laptops, and installed complete workstation setups to support new hires and workspace upgrades.