Adam Taylor
Grayson,GA
Summary
Systems engineer with 7+ years of experience in infrastructure development for cloud computing platforms. Practiced at transitioning customers from on-premise solutions to cloud-based deployments. Versed in utilizing cloud infrastructure to alleviate pitfalls inherent to on-site computing. Provider of smooth, well-planned transition within workflow architecture. Provide smart professionalism with proven troubleshooting and debugging capabilities for resolving complex technical issues.
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Actively seeking full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Engineer II
Warner Bros. Discovery
02.2019 - 10.2023
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
- Engineered and implemented 2 automation frameworks for continuous integration/deployment pipelines, reducing deployment time by 40% and increasing release frequency by 50% in DevOps team
- Worked within cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products on schedule.
- Investigated new and emerging software applications to select and implement administrative information systems.
- Contributed in developing scalable microservices platform, improving system performance by 30% and directly help reduce server cost.
- Integrated third-party tools and components into applications.
- Proactively identified security vulnerabilities within applications, implementing necessary measures to mitigate risks.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Tested troubleshooting methods and documented resolutions for inclusion in knowledge base for support team use.
- Coordinated deployments of new software, feature updates and fixes.
- Established efficient communication channels throughout multiple teams, leading to better collaboration among members during project development phases.
- Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.
- Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements.
- Delivered unit-tested systems within customer-prescribed timeframes.
- Conducted regression testing and submitted observations to development team.
- Performed enhancements and updates for subsystems of end-user applications software running on local, networked, and Internet-based platforms.
Systems Engineer
Warner Bros Discovery (Formerly Warnermedia / Turner Broadcasting)
01.2015 - 02.2019
- Implemented IT infrastructure upgrades, ensuring minimal downtime during transition processes.
- Orchestrated installation of new hardware and software on Linux and Windows systems, enhancing system functionality and efficiency; drove 25% faster response times for end users.
- Implemented and monitored application and system performance, troubleshooting and resolving issues which improved system uptime by 15% and reduced downtime incidents by 20%.
- Evaluated new tools and technologies for possible integration into existing infrastructure environments.
- Documented system configuration, mapping and processes.
- Led training sessions for junior team members, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing within various departments.
- Supported system users, educating employees on troubleshooting and problem-solving protocols.
- Conducted end-user reviews for modified and new systems.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies, incorporating innovative solutions into existing systems when appropriate.
- Integrated database and backup servers into enterprise systems.
- Monitored system health using various performance metrics, quickly addressing any potential bottlenecks or resource limitations.
- Analyzed security logs to determine and alleviate network threats.
- Created flowcharts, diagrams and other documentation.
- Designed tailored disaster recovery solutions to maintain uptime.
- Designed high availability strategies to minimize downtime during critical systems outages or disasters recovery scenarios.
Document Control Specialist
Morehouse School of Medicine
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Maintained version control for all documents, ensuring that only recent updates were in circulation at any given time.
- Maintained document control system and updated work instructions, procedures and associated databases.
- Provided assistance with inbound and outbound document processes, document sorting, logging, and work order creation.
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of essential documentation during critical project phases.
- Converted documents from one application to another.
- Identified areas of weakness and recommended or implemented process improvements.
- Increased efficiency by implementation of electronic document management systems for easy access and retrieval.
- Collaborated across departments and levels of management to gain consensus on procedural documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Software Development Online
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA01.2025
High School Diploma -
Stone Mountain High School
Stone Mountain, GA05.2002
Skills
- Testing and debugging
- Linux
- Technical Support
- Amazon Web Services
- Project Documentation
- Cloud services
- Hardware and software installation
- Operational Support
- Virtual and Cloud Technologies
- Experienced in CI/CD
- TCP/IP Protocol
- Digital and Live platform maintenance
Certification
CompTIA Security Plus, COMP001020801910
Timeline
Software Engineer II
Warner Bros. Discovery
02.2019 - 10.2023
Systems Engineer
Warner Bros Discovery (Formerly Warnermedia / Turner Broadcasting)
01.2015 - 02.2019
Document Control Specialist
Morehouse School of Medicine
01.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Software Development Online
Georgia Gwinnett College
High School Diploma -
Stone Mountain High School
CompTIA Security Plus, COMP001020801910
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