Thomas (Tom) Magnan Email and Phone Number

Results-oriented software engineer currently entrusted with the responsibility of modernizing digital payment solutions, catering to millions of customers, and managing billions in annual spend. My expertise lies in architecting and leading high-performing teams that consistently deliver scalable and secure software products, meeting the evolving needs of the digital payment landscape.I lead with a passion for mentoring and developing talented engineers, fostering a collaborative environment where creativity thrives, and teamwork paves the way for success. With an unyielding commitment to excellence, I continuously seek opportunities to expand my knowledge and stay at the cutting edge of the ever-evolving tech landscape. My key areas of expertise include:- Leading high performing teams: Manage a team of 5+ engineers across levels to meet the needs of our organization and supporting their personal growth and ownership. - Secure Partnership Integrations: Playing a pivotal role in architecting and implementing secure integrations across a variety of third parties; through seamless communication across many internal and external partners, while integrating my passion for cybersecurity to adhere to the latest NIST and industry security standards. - Cloud Cost Optimization: With a strong focus on cost efficiency, and expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS), I have consistently optimized cloud infrastructure to achieve substantial savings while maintaining high performance and scalability. In the most recent quarter seeing a 10% reduction in overall cloud costs.- Tech Modernization: As a tech enthusiast, I thrive on the challenge of revitalizing outdated systems, leveraging the latest technologies and best practices to breathe new life into legacy software. Through meticulous planning and execution, I have orchestrated seamless transitions, ensuring improved performance, increased efficiency, and enhanced user experiences.

- Owned the creation and integration of CI/CD pipeline in Jenkins for a full-stack JavaScript data visualization application in Amazon Web Services (AWS)- Migrated two core third-party finance applications from on premises to Amazon Web Services (AWS) securely and effectively across both linux and Microsoft servers.

- Collaborated with dozens of campus partners to overhaul and digitize the room 
inspection process for over 7400 students.- Manipulated databases in Access, Mercury, and Excel to create necessary reports for various staff.- Redesigned and modernized the Universities housing portal to create a user-friendly experience.

- Developed a positive living environment designed to link students with faculty and campus resources- Resolved interpersonal conflict, manage administrative tasks, budget program funds, and enforce University policy.- Provided academic, career, and personal development, support, and guidance to over 150 undergraduates.

- Selected from over 200 applicants to serve on a diverse team of 34 individuals.- Acted as a representative of GW to over 5,000 students and their families.- Collaborated efficiently to necessary projects on strict timelines.

Project incorporating robotics, machine learning, and the Microsoft Kinect to create efficient and 
accurate 3D models of the changes to real-life objects over time. Expected completion of April 2018.

- Performed security scans across android and web technologies.- Researched necessary roles and requirements for a red team implementation.- Collaborated in cross-functional work environment with different IT and engineering product teams.

- Managed approximately 50 Linux servers, providing infrastructure to assist in software development.- Conducted necessary testing comparing the efficiency of single-producer vs. multi-producer systems.

- Evaluated current voting systems, such as Helios, and assessing their security flaws.- Collaborated with graduate students on the team to author solutions to flaws and threats.

- Educated in proper safety protocols, and Federal and State Regulations- Established professional relationships with many reoccurring customers.- Developed confidentiality and professionalism in the workplace.