Robert Cronk Email & Phone Number

San Jose, Ca, Us

Consistently applying lean manufacturing principles to every part of our CI/CD pipelines and workflows to maximize engineering efficiency and support agile workflows.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Us

Senior Python Developer with Leadership Background:Python Development:- Over 15 years of Python development, crafting SaaS monitoring/alert systems and a Monte Carlo Simulation tool for predictive analytics from Jira data. Pair programmed with AI. Expert in automating workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.- Proficient in Python for back-end development, automation, and data analysis, with a deep understanding of software architecture and system integration.Technical Leadership:- Managed DevOps, SaaS, and software engineering teams, applying agile methodologies to streamline processes and foster cross-functional collaboration. Led the integration of development and operations teams into a cohesive DevOps unit.Strategic Contributions:- Championed a shift-left approach in testing and CI/CD pipeline automation, reducing time-to-market and improving product quality. Created monitoring and alerting capabilities in python to proactively address system issues.Career Transition:- Transitioning back to hands-on Python development after excelling in technical management. Aiming to leverage extensive coding experience and strategic insights into product development and innovation.Key Achievements:- Developed a Python-based Monte Carlo Simulation to forecast project timelines, enhancing strategic planning.- Automated end-to-end processes, reducing manual intervention and improving customer experience.I am eager to apply my Python expertise and analytical skills in a dynamic development role, I bring a unique blend of technical, leadership, and problem-solving abilities to drive software excellence and innovation.

I led a team of DevOps engineers to support the continuous integration needs of over 350 software and firmware engineers worldwide. My team leveraged Jenkins, Docker, Git, Gerrit, Zuul, JIRA, and Python, managing thousands of executors to process hundreds of thousands of tasks. We minimized waste by applying lean manufacturing and agile principles and maximized business value.I developed several Kibana/Elasticsearch dashboards to highlight bottlenecks and problem points in the CI/CD pipeline. Collaborating with multiple DevOps teams across Western Digital, I facilitated the exchange of principles, ideas, and code, devising best practices that promoted alignment and experience reuse across teams. Additionally, I participated in a cross-team process group to standardize tools and processes and establish best practices.I also developed a Linux server configuration management tool in Python to manage server configurations for testing before Puppet became popular. Had I known about Puppet earlier, I would have used it instead of rolling my own tool.I originally worked at Fusion-io, which was purchased by SanDisk, which was purchased by Western Digital. The above description covers the work I did throughout that time.

San Jose, California, Us

Led the disk imaging team in rewriting a C-based disk imaging tool from scratch using object-oriented design techniques.Developed C++ code compatible with Windows (x86, x64, and Itanium), Linux (x86, x64, and Itanium), and DOS (32-bit protected mode on x86 and x64) utilizing test-driven development (TDD) and extensive unit testing.Invented an auto-detecting multiple data stream generic caching algorithm and an auto-negotiation multicast network protocol.Redesigned a guaranteed delivery UDP-based streaming multicast protocol.Developed a C# .NET 3.0 application for manipulating, generating, and verifying XML code against XML schema.Automated and increased the performance of testing activities using multi-process scripting.Administered CVS, Perforce, and Subversion source control systems.Created a Python-based multi-threaded web server for dynamically building web pages, enabling developers, testers, and managers to start builds, monitor progress, review changes, and manage branches across multiple build farms and development teams before such tools were widely used in the industry.I worked at KeyLabs, which spun off a product company named Altiris, where I continued until it was acquired by Symantec. The above description covers work done at all three companies.

Salt Lake City, Ut, Us

Led and managed community service projects, coordinating efforts among diverse groups.Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills in English and Spanish through daily interactions with local communities.Adapted to a new culture and language, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.Provided training and mentorship to new missionaries, fostering teamwork and personal development.Worked in the mission office for 8 months, focusing on database design, data entry, and generating reports, enhancing organizational efficiency and data management.

Programmed a jet engine inventory tracking program, a canal gate controlling program via radio modems, and a supervisory control system for an oil storage facility with SCADA. Languages used: SQL, FoxPro 2.x and 3.x, Multi-threaded C, and REXX.