Brian Bruner
Senior Software Engineer
Summary
Experienced software engineer with over 20 years of work including 7+ years remote, specializing in enterprise application development, API integration, and database management using C# and .NET. Proven expertise in API security, CI/CD automation, and system integration with major partners like A Place For Mom and Caring.com. Skilled in enhancing inventory systems, government applications, and IT support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
Aline, LLC.
02.2019 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with a high-performing Agile team to redesign and optimize an enterprise-level CRM web application, streamlining sales processes and boosting lead conversion rates to drive resident acquisition.
- Led the development and deployment of three REST and Webhook APIs using C# in .NET Framework and .NET Core, collaborating with industry leaders like A Place for Mom, Caring.com, and ActiveCampaign to deliver near 100% uptime while managing 500+ daily referral requests.
- Implemented BASIC and JWT Bearer Token security standards for API authentication and authorization.
- Supported and improved a bonus payment application by integrating short-term stay processing and expanding service options to boost payments for eligible employees.
- Enhanced database procedures, tables, and structures to support new application requirements while performing manual data interventions to ensure accuracy and integrity of customer information.
- Engineered a scalable database schema and objects to streamline API integration for processing CRM leads from diverse partner sources.
- Integrated the Hangfire background processor and designed APIs to facilitate seamless bi-directional data sharing with referral partner sources.
- Managed multiple projects and environments simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
- Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
- Fully remote since COVID in 2020.
- Technologies included C#, MVC, API(Json), HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, ASP.NET, MSSQL, Git, Jira, Hangfire, Postman, Octopus Deploy, and Jenkins.
Software Developer
ARxIUM, Inc.
01.2006 - 02.2019
- Designed, developed, and maintained enterprise-level inventory management applications and interfaces, including EDI integrations using the X12 standard and control systems for Carousel machines.
- Collaborated with a small team to design and implement a new messaging framework and services using the Publisher-Subscriber pattern, enabling seamless communication between two incompatible inventory management systems for AmerisourceBergen.
- Engineered support and testing tools to improve workflows for Developers, Implementers, QA, and Customer Support, including a reliable CI/CD pipeline using PowerShell.
- Improved software efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving coding issues before production deployment.
- 4+ years remote.
- Technologies included VB, ASP, C#, WPF, Crystal Reports, SQL Server, Oracle Db, InnoSetup and PowerShell.
Software Developer
Data Design, Inc.
10.2003 - 12.2005
- Managed and enhanced small city government applications supporting Accounting, Land Deeds and Payroll functions.
- Designed and developed customized websites using Dreamweaver template models for improved functionality and design.
- Provided IT support and maintenance for office systems and customer networks.
- Technologies included VB, Crystal Reports, SQL Server, and Dreamweaver.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Kentucky
Lexington 08.1997 - 05.2001
Skills
Software development
Web application development
API development
Database design
Database programming
Software development lifecycle
Solutions deployment
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Aline, LLC.
02.2019 - 01.2025
Software Developer
ARxIUM, Inc.
01.2006 - 02.2019
Software Developer
Data Design, Inc.
10.2003 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Kentucky
08.1997 - 05.2001