Christopher Miller
Sterling,VA
Summary
Setting people free to solve new problems; Visionary technology executive with 15+ years of experience leading digital transformation, enterprise strategy, and software engineering. Proven record of driving large-scale adoption of automation, analytics, and AI to improve organizational effectiveness. Skilled at building high-performing teams, enabling secure and scalable data solutions, and guiding change in mission-driven and high-security environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Salesforce
11.2021 - Current
- Envisioned and created tools delivering code for billions in business revenue.
- Oversaw operational uptime and stability of CI/CD tooling, ensuring safe large-scale changes.
- Led software engineering initiatives with emphasis on strategic planning and technical vision.
- Championed collaboration across functions to enhance engineering and operations KPIs.
- Mentored global teams to foster innovation and continuous improvement while managing technical debt.
Senior Engineering Manager
Salesforce
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Drove vision to address technical debt and elevate quality within database sections of multi-team CI/CD architecture.
- Led high-performing engineering team, emphasizing mentorship and coaching to enhance skills.
- Implemented strategic planning initiatives that improved operational efficiency and scaled global operations during pandemic.
- Spearheaded hiring and onboarding processes to establish effective teams.
Engineering Manager
Salesforce
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Reduced undesirable turnover from 33% annually to zero over seven years.
- Implemented innovative initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensured reliable and secure software releases across cloud and on-premises environments.
- Collaborated with product, infrastructure, and security teams to boost deployment velocity.
- Owned release tooling and automation frameworks, prioritizing continuous improvement.
- Focused on enhancing developer experience through streamlined processes.
Senior Engineer
Salesforce
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Developed CI/CD tools to enhance software deployment efficiency as DevOps Release Engineer.
- Utilized several languages and tools, to streamline automation processes.
- Achieved Product Owner and Scrum Master certifications to improve project management skills.
- Served effectively as Scrum Master, facilitating agile ceremonies and team collaboration.
- Executed responsibilities as Product Owner, prioritizing backlog items and stakeholder communication.
Database Lead
Booz Allen Hamilton
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Led technical teams to achieve project milestones and drive innovation.
- Administered Oracle Database and Financials, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.
- Experienced in compliance and high-security environments.
Automation Engineer
Northrop Grumman Information Systems
08.2011 - 12.2014
- DOD Secure Technical Information Guideline Compliance
- Automate air gap delivery
- Puppet Configuration
- High security defense related environments
- Proficient in multiple technical layers from OS to DB
Systems Engineer
Global Computer Enterprises
01.2010 - 08.2011
- Oracle financials e business suite administrator
- Oracle database administrator
Teaching Assistant
Chaveran Inc.
01.2007 - 03.2011
- Setup and manage lab environment
- Frequent imaging and rollback
Database Administrator
ITT Industries
08.2009 - 01.2010
- Oracle Database Administration
- DOD Compliant environment
Junior Developer
LifeLogics, Inc.
01.2008 - 08.2009
- Web Development
- Microsoft Products
Education
Masters of Science - Database Systems Technology
University of Maryland University College
College Par Maryland01.2011
Bachelors of Science - Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
University of Maryland College Park
College Park, MD01.2006
Skills
- Product design and ownership
- CI/CD management
- Technical leadership
- Operational excellence
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Talent development
- Change and release management
- Team building
- Stakeholder engagement
Certification
- PMP
- Oracle Certified Professional 11g
- Oracle Certified Associate 11g
- Security+
Languages
English (Native or Bilingual)
Affiliations
- On the board of CMAS a 501c3 dedicated to environmental preservation and education
- Avid volunteer for Childs Play, a charity for children's medical care
- Educator for Slice of the Reef
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director
Salesforce
11.2021 - Current
Senior Engineering Manager
Salesforce
04.2019 - 11.2021
Engineering Manager
Salesforce
06.2018 - 04.2019
Senior Engineer
Salesforce
03.2017 - 06.2018
Database Lead
Booz Allen Hamilton
01.2015 - 03.2017
Automation Engineer
Northrop Grumman Information Systems
08.2011 - 12.2014
Systems Engineer
Global Computer Enterprises
01.2010 - 08.2011
Database Administrator
ITT Industries
08.2009 - 01.2010
Junior Developer
LifeLogics, Inc.
01.2008 - 08.2009
Teaching Assistant
Chaveran Inc.
01.2007 - 03.2011
Masters of Science - Database Systems Technology
University of Maryland University College
Bachelors of Science - Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
University of Maryland College Park
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