A unique, results-driven Engineer and Architect with a rich background in both development and operations, specializing in DevOps, release management, CI/CD platform design and implementation, automation and integrations, software development and BDD/TDD methods, and infrastructure optimization. With a superior troubleshooting ability and a passion for driving continuous improvement, I excel in architecture and implementing scalable solutions that streamline processes and ensure high-quality efficiency.Throughout my career, I have demonstrated expertise in unique and innovative usage of existing tools providing scalability and reliability. I have successfully led large-scale automation project initiatives, transforming manual and error-prone processes into efficient and reliable automated workflows. By implementing robust CI/CD pipelines, I have enabled organizations to accelerate software delivery cycles, with automatic rollbacks, improved collaboration between development, qa and operations teams.With a strong foundation in development, I possess a deep understanding of coding practices, version control, and software development methodologies. This background allows me to collaborate effectively with development teams, bridging the gap between development and operations and ensuring seamless integration throughout the software delivery life-cycles.I am known for my superior troubleshooting skills, which enable me to quickly identify and resolve complex issues in both development and production environments. Through thorough root cause analysis, I drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing preventive measures to minimize future incidents and ensure system reliability.In addition to my technical expertise, I am an effective communicator and collaborator, capable of working cross-functionally with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. I have a proven track record of leading and training teams, enabling them to adopt DevOps best practices and leverage automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.As an Engineer, I am dedicated to enabling organizations to achieve agility, scalability, and continuous innovation. If you are seeking a highly skilled professional who can architect and implement cutting-edge solutions, optimize software delivery processes, and ensure superior system reliability, please reach out.
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Azure Devops/Development Engineer ConsultantCvs Pharmacy Feb 2024 - Jul 2024RemoteAs an Azure DevOps/Developer Engineer Consultant for a leading pharmacy logistics project, I leveraged my expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and Azure cloud tools to enhance development environments and streamline CI/CD processes. Despite the project’s cancellation due to a strategic shift following a change in CTO with a new company-wide aversion to Microsoft technologies, I made significant contributions to the project’s initial phases.Key Experience:-> Kubernetes and Docker Setup: Established local Kubernetes development environments using Docker Desktop/k8s for microservices in C#.NET and Angular, incorporating PostgreSQL, Grafana, and Prometheus services. This setup facilitated efficient local development and testing, while allowing cloud development and in AKS.-> CI/CD Integration: Integrated test containers and development containers to streamline local development and deployment processes into Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), ensuring seamless integration and continuous delivery.-> Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Developed a proof of concept using Grafana and Prometheus to capture trace data from legacy application-> Best Practices Software Engineering Guidance: Advised and directed both local and cloud CICD best practices, provided individual developer support and advice, enhancing overall project efficiency, AI copilot usage and developer productivity. -
Devops Cicd ConsultantSelf-Employed Jan 2023 - Jan 2024Greater Orlando
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Senior Release EngineerCoyote Logistics 2022 - 2023Chicago, Illinois, United StatesAs a Senior Release Engineer at Coyote Logistics, I leveraged my expertise in Octopus to enhance release management processes and optimize system reliability. Some of my key contributions during this role include:-> Improved Octopus resiliency and dependability by creating runbooks and PowerShell scripts, optimizing various settings, and performing infrastructure upgrades and software updates. These efforts ensured a robust and efficient release management system.-> Analyzed Octopus logs to optimize performance and reduce run times. This proactive approach enabled the identification and resolution of bottlenecks, resulting in improved release efficiency.-> Created a dot-net project template and AZDO (Azure DevOps) pipeline for PowerShell Module development. This included TDD/BDD/Integration Pester testing, ensuring high-quality code and facilitating streamlined module development.-> Developed a PowerShell Module for SSL integration using Octopus and Certbot/KeyFactor. This innovative solution allowed for centralized certificate request and renewal for multiple hosts, simplifying SSL management for hundreds of servers.-> Utilized coPilot AI for exploring implementations and optimizing code, showcasing its potential benefits to developers within the DevOps context. This collaboration with AI technology helped drive efficiency and innovation within the organization. -
Devops EngineerLinq 2020 - 2022Wilmington, North Carolina, United StatesAs a DevOps Engineer at Titan School Solutions - LINQ EMS, I held a multifaceted role encompassing Principal SRE (Site Reliability Engineer) and DBA (Database Administrator) responsibilities for the flagship Titan Application. During this time, I made significant contributions in ensuring the stability, scalability, and efficiency of the systems. Some of my key achievements include:-> Managed the entire GCP Prod/QA environments, overseeing a substantial infrastructure consisting of 300+ VMs and manual deployments. This involved coordinating seamless system updates and ensuring consistent availability.-> Monitored SRE using New Relic and SentryOne, proactively identifying and addressing performance issues during unanticipated 5-10x growth in load. This diligent monitoring ensured optimal system performance and scalability.-> Served as a DBA for 50+ SQL AlwaysOn highly available and readonly replication clusters, handling critical responsibilities such as daily monitoring, tuning, migrations, and security. These efforts ensured the reliability and security of the database systems.-> Automated the feature environment creation process in Octopus, enhancing deployment resiliency and enabling self-service environments for QA. This streamlined the development process and improved efficiency.-> Led the Terraform project to automate the setup of a complex GCP production network and VMs, facilitating geographic expansion and load testing. This automation allowed for agile scaling and improved infrastructure management.-> Successfully migrated Bitbucket and TeamCity builds to Azure DevOps, streamlining the build process and repository management. This migration enhanced collaboration and efficiency within the development teams. -
Devops Engineer (Ci/Cd - Octopus Subject Matter Expert)Paylocity 2015 - 2020Greater Chicago AreaAs a DevOps Engineer at Paylocity, I played a pivotal role in optimizing processes, improving efficiency, and enhancing overall reliability of enterprise systems. Some of my key accomplishments during this period include:-> Fixed underperforming enterprise BMC deployment systems, implementing enhancements that significantly improved efficiency and reliability, resulting in smoother operations and reduced downtime.-> Captured existing DevOps scripts and tasks into source control, optimizing them and automating time-consuming processes. This streamlined workflows and saved valuable time for the team.-> Designed and implemented a fully automated CI/CD delivery system, integrating Octopus, TeamCity, BitBucket, ZenDesk, and PagerDuty. This comprehensive system enabled seamless code deployment, testing, and monitoring, enhancing the development lifecycle.-> Trained team members and product teams on the new CI/CD system, ensuring smooth adoption and fostering improved development practices. This knowledge transfer facilitated collaboration and efficient utilization of the CI/CD pipeline.-> Co-designed a template code and CICD pipeline generation for microservice API projects, enabling rapid setup and automated deployments. This standardized approach increased development speed and reduced errors in project setups.-> Created a PII (Personally Identifiable Information) data masking process for SOX compliance. This process allowed for the uniform sharing and masking of sensitive payroll information across multiple databases, ensuring compliance and data security. -
Senior Application DeveloperMethodfactory, Inc. 2011 - 2014Sarasota, Florida, United StatesDuring my tenure as a Senior Application Developer at MethodFactory, I played a crucial role in various projects and initiatives aimed at improving performance, optimizing systems, and enhancing overall functionality. Some of my key contributions include:-> Oversaw the takeover of a legacy web project, providing mentorship and support to developers while implementing code improvements. I also managed change and deployments, ensuring a smooth transition and continuous improvement.-> Implemented a multi-server, multi-application caching system that significantly optimized performance and reduced the load on the web application, resulting in enhanced user experience and efficiency.-> Leveraged an in-house message queue system to offload long-running calculations to a separate server, leading to improved web application responsiveness and seamless user interactions.-> Developed an end-to-end testing suite specifically designed to optimize and fix critical inventory and chemistry calculation methods, ensuring accuracy and reliability of crucial system functionalities.-> Created a Truck House Scale ActiveX web control, enabling real-time access to local scales from the web application. This innovation facilitated streamlined operations and enhanced data accuracy.-> Implemented an Automated Build-Package-Deployment system using Octopus and TFS Server, which significantly reduced deployment time and improved overall efficiency in software releases. -
Software ConsultantSoftrim Feb 2011 - Aug 2011Estero, Florida, United StatesAs a Software Consultant at Softrim Corporation, I collaborated with development teams to ensure the seamless integration and deployment of the User Preference Menu Management system for www.BistroMD.com. Additionally, I successfully rescued and delivered the enterprise desktop software system for www.AbbeyCarpets.com, streamlining the deployment process and improving overall system reliability.My role involved conducting extensive optimization and debugging of SQL Stored procedures, resulting in enhanced performance and scalability for the systems I worked on.
Rob H. Education Details
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Music Engineering Technology - Classical Guitar - Minor In Electrical Engineering
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Rob H.'s current role is Software, Automation and DevOps Engineer - Systems Platform Architect :: C++/C#/.NET Core - Cross platform PowerShell :: Octopus Deploy - Specializing in advanced reliable, scalable automated CICD/DevOps system platforms.
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Rob H. attended University Of Miami.
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