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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

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
Brian BrunerSenior Software Engineer