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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

2 Rescue Dogs


3 Cups of Coffee per Day


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