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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Attended software engineering bootcamp to learn full-stack development technologies like Ruby on Rails, ActiveRecord, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and React/Redux framework. Projects included the following:Final project: Developed a golf bucket list app that allows users to manage courses and perform hole-by-hole research. It also provides foursome feature that allows creation and participation. The app was developed using JavaScript with React/Redux framework and a Rails backend. It was styled using Semantic UI React. The bucket list and hole research feature were developed using Google Maps React while email function was implemented using EmailJS. Authentication was implemented with JSON web tokens.Module 4 project: Developed a note management app with full CRUD capabilities based on a wireframe concept. The app was developed using JavaScript with React/Redux framework and a Rails backend. It was styled using Semantic UI React. EmailJS was used to add email feature to the app. Module 3 project: Developed a word game app using JavaScript with Rails backend. It was designed to allow users to replay games with letters already played and challenge high scores posted by others. JavaScript was used manipulation on webpage to show user actions while typing on keyboard. Page animation was achieved using GreenSock. Module 2 project: Developed a business jet reservation app using Ruby on Rails. The app allows users to browse, add, change, and delete jet reservations (CRUD). It also recommends destination attractions based on user's upcoming reservation. Jet availability is checked based on dates already reserved for the particular jet chosen. Module 1 project: Developed a restaurant review CLI app using Ruby and ActiveRecord. It allows users to read, write, update, and delete reviews (CRUD). It also calculates average restaurant ratings based on user input and displays top-ranked restaurants on user log-in. User is also allowed to pick a favorite restaurant.

Greater Chicago Area

Managed software development of a real-time messaging mutual fund trading network that enabled straight-through processing (STP) between major institutional investors and mutual fund providers. It served 500+ buy-side clients with a combined asset of $600 Billion. It comprised of router application running on IBM Z/OS and MS .net applications (web-based and Windows service). Client connectivity consisted of internet connections and VPNs using protocols like FTPS/SFTP, Websphere MQ, Connec:Direct, web services. Job responsibilities included system enhancement requirement analysis, new feature design, writing specifications, coding changes, development staff (on and offshore) and project management, annual DR test coordination, system performance analysis, and staff performance reviews. Technologies included mainframe COBOL CICS application using VSAM, MQ, and NDM with .net 4.5 C# based server application using SQL 2008 DB with FTP and web service sub-components. Managed relationships with a wide range of enterprise system partners and clients on enhancements and client integration. Trading partners include major mutual fund companies, brokerages, transfer agents, clearing agency (e.g. DTCC/NSCC), record keeping/trust systems, various third party administrators (e.g. JP Morgan) and custodians (e.g. Northern Trust)Managed software development projects using both traditional waterfall and agile (iterative) methodology. Also heavily involved in workflow design and JIRA setup when transitioned team from waterfall to agile.Managed onshore and offshore development staff to inspire high productivity and job satisfaction while serving as subject matter expert on system operations and client interface intricacy. Designed and managed successful development of an operation dashboard with .Net front end to allow ops staff to monitor operation status from a wide range of system components. Improved ops staff system monitoring efficiency by 10 fold.

Greater Chicago Area

Developed various new features on mutual fund trading network using COBOL and CICS, which vastly expanded the coverage and penetration of the network in the institutional mutual fund trading market. Incorporated the use of Websphere MQ and TCP/IP sockets into the network to improve throughput and efficiency. Introduced the use of SMTP on mainframe to improve event notification. Worked with various external partners to establish interfaces and connectivity to the trading network. Developed various new features on client facing PC based software using MS VB6 and MS Access. Also provided 24/7 technical support to ensure smooth system operation.

Lemont, Illinois, United States

Supervised daily operations of the company to ensure all services were handled timely and accurately. Controlled inventory, analyzed finance, monitored sales performance and managed staff.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Developed a rebate system with PowerBuilder and DB2. Coded and tested complex SQL, DB2 application programs in COBOL II, and created test data for mainframe unit testing.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Maintained and performed enhancements of monthly premium processing cycle and accounts payable system.Managed junior consultants and engaged in management staff meetings.

Software Engineer Certificate, Full Stack Web Development In Ruby, Activerecord, Rails, Html, Css, Javascript, And React/Redux

Master Of Science (Ms), Computer Science

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Marketing

Magna Cum Laude

Accounting