Resume
Kalkomey Enterprises, Inc.
Director of Engineering
January 2021 — August 2023
- Stepped into IT leadership seamlessly during CTO's departure, ensuring uninterrupted operations, and propelling the organization forward by directing engineering and IT teams of 25+ members, including 6 directs.
- Pioneered strategic project leadership by defining requirements, setting ambitious goals, and enforcing deadlines, fostering optimal project outcomes.
- Led the punctual release of high-quality products and upgrades, rigorously adhering to Agile principles for maximum efficiency.
- Crafted visionary strategies aligning future engineering projects with organizational goals, informed by insightful analysis of business requirements and IT needs, optimizing resource allocation.
- Architected and implemented a comprehensive engineering onboarding plan, facilitating seamless integration, and training of new team members.
- Streamlined the IT ticketing process, enhancing efficiency and responsiveness in addressing technical challenges and support needs.
- Drove a successful software audit initiative, resulting in over $1MM company savings and the establishment of a comprehensive software approval and tracking framework.
Software Engineering Manager, Application Development
October 2019 — January 2021
- Earned recognition and advancement through exceptional performance in internal assessments and peer evaluations.
- Orchestrated team workflows with precision within the Agile framework, fostering collaboration, adaptability, and punctual project delivery.
- Nurtured team members, aligning their career aspirations, fostering technical growth through adept guidance, and equipping with essential tools.
- Maintained a consistent record of on-time project delivery, prioritizing productivity and eliminating obstacles to ensure seamless project completion.
- Initiated a cross-functional process workflow, optimizing development procedures and elevating efficiency through integration with multiple teams.
- Executed comprehensive code audits and devised strategic plans to rectify identified issues, enhancing code quality and maintainability.
- Spearheaded Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives, driving efforts to establish an inclusive and equitable work environment.
Front End Developer, Application Development
October 2015 — October 2019
- Utilized front-end prowess to craft and sustain numerous educational domains, elevating user experience and interaction.
- Seamlessly integrated front-end code with back-end frameworks, placing a premium on delivering a flawless user experience, which translated to seamless functionality and high user satisfaction.
- Forged collaborative partnerships with government agencies to establish and maintain industry benchmarks, guaranteeing regulatory adherence and standard alignment.
- Coordinates with state agencies in order to develop educational courses.
- Engaged actively in version control processes, meticulously reviewing and testing peers' work, ultimately amplifying the codebase's overall quality and stability.
Education
Tech Talent South - Programming Bootcamp
August 2015 — October 2015
- Learned HTML, CSS, Javascript, Jquery, Ruby, and Rails
- Developed multiple web applications throughout the course; both in and out of class.
- Learned how to peer program and proof code.
Bethel University
March 2013 — January 2015
Master of Business Administration
Arkansas State University
August 2008 — August 2012
Bachelor of Science
Associate of Science