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New York, New York, Us

New York, New York, Us

Led the architectural re-platform and overhaul project for the primary public-facing web application, orchestrating a shift to a modern REACT based front-end, GraphQL backend, and cloud-based infrastructure. Achieved automated deployment functionality, ensuring a seamless transition and enhancing overall system efficiency, and enhancing the user experience by easing pageloads and long-running queries.Evaluated and seamlessly integrated Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions for Know Your Customer (KYC) and client payments platforms. Implemented robust fraud detection mechanisms, effectively mitigating risks and identifying bad actors. This strategic move not only fortified security but also facilitated tax reporting, contributing to substantial business cost savings.Enhancement of legacy application ecosystem, significantly accelerating development efficiency and reducing costs.

Orchestrate comprehensive IT, web, and software solutions tailored for business scalability.Navigate diverse technology ecosystems to deliver solutions that align perfectly with client objectives.Client collaboration and active engagement in project development, secure new contracts, expand the client portfolio, and drive overall growth, and maintain tech spend and efficiency.Ensure technical compliance with standards such as HIPAA, 508, ADA, GDPR, CANSPAM, PCI, and ISO, showcasing high-value skills in technological scalability and compliance navigation.

Johnston, Rhode Island, Us

Orchestrated dotted line team management of a distributed development team, fostering collaboration across engineering and testing units. Led the team in developing custom client-facing web applications in alignment with product, UX, and architecture objectives, emphasizing efficient Cloud First and API/COTS integrations.Guided the creation and enhancement of modern solutions using language-agnostic development, housed in containerized environments. Managed multiple stacks, demonstrating adaptability and innovation in response to evolving technological landscapes.Collaborated closely with CI/CD, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure global value delivery for clients. Applied DevSecOps best practices, conducting comprehensive peer code reviews, approvals, and evaluations, ensuring the highest standards of security and quality.

Johnston, Ri, Us

Championed SCRUM/Agile methodologies, establishing the organization's inaugural SCRUM team and Agile processes. This agile approach streamlined project timelines and improved overall team efficiency.Consulted with project teams to optimize underperforming web application architecture, leveraging metrics for strategic improvements. This data-driven approach resulted in enhanced productivity and performance across affected projects.Orchestrated an enterprise-wide full-stack software engineering department initiative, meticulously redefining roles and responsibilities. This reshaping enhanced the business software portfolio's ability to hire and retain high-performing talent, thereby increasing operational efficiency.

Middleboro-Lakeville, Massachusetts, Us

Development and maintain all public and internal facing web and marketing assets. Including 200+ global urls pointing to various instances of global websites, internal intranets, grower-owner portals, and vendor contracted web assets.Led the evaluation and implementation of cutting-edge enterprise software solutions, catalyzing a significant technological transformation. Successfully streamlined processes and enhanced business operations, positioning the company at the forefront of modern software utilization.Seamless migration of legacy domestic and international public-facing assets from an on-premises data center to Microsoft Azure PaaS architecture. Executed a complete lift-and-shift strategy, optimizing scalability and resource utilization in alignment with industry-best cloud practices.Conducted thorough research and evaluation of software solutions and vendors, fostering key partnerships. Effectively engaged vendors, presenting findings to senior management for strategic execution.

Merged self and another independent contractor to form a web development business partnership company providing web application development to startup clients in assorted industries and institutions. Drive end-to-end software development projects with a team of self-employed contract engineers. Proficient in strategic leadership and project management.Ensure seamless navigation of technology to deliver client-centric solutions and driving overall growth by providing web and mobile software consulting, management of software projects in the processes of specification, design, development, and release.

SaaS Platform Architecture: Drive the architecture and development of the primary SaaS platform, native Android mobile application, and Adobe AIR desktop software. Leveraged technologies such as HTML/CSS/JS, jQuery, Bootstrap for the frontend and PHP/MySQL for the backend with API integration.Agile Release Management: Led engineering efforts for coordinated releases within an Agile (Scrum) Test Driven environment. Independently managed software deployments and releases for both Beta and Production environments.Strategic Collaboration: Collaborated closely with software engineering contractors, marketing teams, and upper management to define product roadmaps and development timelines. Demonstrated strong mentoring and training capabilities for junior members of the software development team.

Dartmouth, Massachusetts, Us

Research Project Leadership: Led a two-year sponsored research initiative by USDOT’s RITA, collaborating with scientists and engineers at UMassD. Facilitated productive partnerships with USDA Forest Service, MaineDOT, and NHDOT.Innovative Decision Support System: Spearheaded the specification, design, and implementation of an experimental decision support system. Utilized sustainable IoT devices, cloud computing, and custom software to remotely monitor subsurface roadway conditions in real time during critical periods like spring thaw and recovery.Research and Development Impact: Advanced the field through the research and development of functional software and web applications. Disseminated findings through multiple publications, contributing to software engineering, decision support systems, civil engineering, remote sensing, and roadway subsurface monitoring domains.

Dartmouth, Massachusetts, Us

Website Development and Integration: Designed, implemented, and maintained features for the UMass Dartmouth Library website using ColdFusion. Integrated the library catalog with the main website through API functionality, upgrading the Voyager system on a Solaris server for improved functionality.System Maintenance and Optimization: Managed the update and maintenance of development and production servers, including Red Hat Linux and Windows Server. Conducted statistical analysis of server logs and traffic, ensuring security logs were monitored for potential threats.Innovative Mobile Solutions: Pioneered the design, development, testing, and deployment of the first University library mobile website, catering to iPhone and Android users. Successfully integrated the Voyager catalog and other library web services into the mobile site, enhancing accessibility for students and faculty.

Prepare dining hall and facility grounds for scheduled functions (primarily weddings). Maintain commercial kitchen environment along with staffed individuals by keeping surfaces, dishes, and floors clean. Assist Master and sous chef in cooking and preparation of food as needed. Carve and serve public customers meats and buffet foods during public brunch functions.

Bachelor’S Degree, Computer Information Science

Masters Of Science, Computer Science