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David Warner

Westford,MA

Summary

Results-oriented and hands-on DevOps Director with a proven track record of driving digital transformation and optimizing operational efficiency through the strategic implementation of cloud-native technologies. Skilled in leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud platforms to accelerate software delivery, enhance reliability, and reduce costs. Spearheaded global DevOps teams to accelerate software delivery, enhance reliability, and reduce costs Proven ability to architect and implement robust CI/CD pipelines, automate infrastructure, and improve overall system performance. Pioneered a “Shift Left” DevSecOps approach to proactively address security vulnerabilities and modernized the security ecosystem with advanced tools, through enhanced audits and compliance measures Possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and a passion for fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, DevOps

Constant Technology
02.2017 - Current
  • Company Overview: Process Industry Company, 1,700+ Employees
  • Modernized DevSecOps processes by implementing and standardizing on GitHub Enterprise, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Cloud Defender, Kubernetes, Helm, GitHub Actions, GitHub Copilot, JFrog Artifactory, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and SonarQube, resulting in a 40% boost in developer productivity and operational efficiency over four years
  • Pioneered a “Shift Left” DevSecOps strategy to proactively tackle security vulnerabilities and static code vulnerabilities early in development
  • Modernized the security framework by implementing GitHub Advanced Security, JFrog XRay, Curation, and Advanced Security tools to bolster security posture and ensure OSS license compliance
  • Enhanced security through annual audits, weekly defect triage, and quarterly compliance reviews, achieving a 30% reduction in customer issues over three years
  • Spearheaded KPI metrics for DevSecOps to enhance security, accelerate time to market, foster collaboration, and reduce risks, presenting insights via Power BI and data retrieval using REST APIs for C-suite executives for actionable insights
  • Managed GitHub repositories and workflows as a GitHub Administrator, while overseeing Kubernetes clusters and deployments as a Kubernetes Administrator to ensure efficient development and operations
  • Partnered as R&D Technical Lead with C-Suite Executives on multiple M&A initiatives, conducting valuation analysis, performing technical due diligence, developing budget plans, and integrating products, processes, and personnel post-acquisition, resulting in three successful company acquisitions and a 10% increase in company revenue within two years
  • Streamlined annual cloud expenses and budgets, prioritizing cost efficiency and CAPEX to OPEX transition
  • Fostered collaboration among remote teams through team building and mentorship in a SAFe Agile environment, enhancing communication and growth, while leading performance reviews to align individual goals with organizational objectives and boost productivity
  • Collaborated with product teams across business units, product management, and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely scheduling of product releases to market
  • Managed third-party vendors and partners effectively
  • Process Industry Company, 1,700+ Employees

Senior Principal Software Engineer / Platform Architect, Avid Architecture Team

Rocket Technology
02.2013 - 01.2017
  • Company Overview: Audio & Video Software Company, 1,750+ Employees
  • Spearheaded company-wide efforts to establish DevOps guidelines and implement CI/CD using Jenkins, SonarQube, Artifactory for Avid product suite with monitoring and observability using Prometheus and Grafana
  • Designed the Service Manager microservice for registering and managing microservices in AWS, handling configuration data, auto-scaling, and health monitoring using Spring Boot and AWS API
  • Facilitated daily architecture meetings with geographically dispersed teams to discuss design topics
  • Authored REST and Logging Guidelines for company-wide adoption and delivered presentations to stakeholders and teams; these guidelines are utilized by Avid Everywhere, Interplay Production, MAM, and Media Central
  • Audio & Video Software Company, 1,750+ Employees

Principal Software Engineer

Maximz
12.2011 - 12.2012
  • Company Overview: Networking Company, 1,750+ Employees
  • Led the architectural design of the GENBAND Real Time Session Manager (RSM) software
  • Developed and implemented the RSM element provisioning APIs using Spring MVC and RestEasy
  • Introduced several tools, notably Maven, SonarQube, Jenkins, and the SmartBear code review tool
  • Worked in team of 5 developers
  • Networking Company, 1,750+ Employees

Senior SOA Developer

Aviro International
09.2010 - 12.2011
  • Company Overview: Clinical Research Organization, 4,000+ Employees
  • Key contributor to the design and development of Early Phase Clinical trials management system using Activiti BPMN workflow process written in Java to manage complex clinical procedures
  • Worked in team of 5 developers
  • Clinical Research Organization, 4,000+ Employees

Senior Product Developer

DPC Software
06.2009 - 09.2010
  • Company Overview: Business Service Management Industry, 6,000+ Employees
  • Key contributor to the design and development of Custom Object (CO) for Bladelogic automation software used by Bladelogic plug-ins using Java, JNI and Castor
  • Worked in a team of 5 developers in an Agile environment
  • Business Service Management Industry, 6,000+ Employees

Software Engineer IV

Aveva Systems
04.2000 - 06.2009
  • Company Overview: Computer Networking, 60,000+ Employees
  • Key contributor to the design and development of Broadband Access Center (BAC), a highly scalable and distributed broadband system to provision and manage Data and VoIP Customer Premises Equipment (CPE)
  • Key player in architecting PacketCable 2.0 security and device specifications with CableLabs and PacketCable vendors
  • Designed and developed PacketCable multithreaded KDC (Kerberos based Key Distribution Center) used for the secure provisioning of PacketCable CPEs for IPv4/IPv6 network
  • Worked in a team of 17 developers
  • Computer Networking, 60,000+ Employees

Principal Member of the Technical Staff

Avalon Technology/CA Inc.
02.1997 - 04.2000
  • Company Overview: Computer Software, 40,000+ Employees
  • Developed multithreaded GUI for Raveler Worked in a team of 13 developers and led the UI team of 4 developers
  • Computer Software, 40,000+ Employees

Member of the Technical Staff

IBM Transarc Labs
03.1996 - 02.1997
  • Company Overview: Computer Services, 40,000+ Employees
  • Developed multithreaded GUI for Distributed File System (DFS)
  • Worked in a team of 7 developers
  • Computer Services, 40,000+ Employees

Senior Software Developer

Regent Corporation/CA Inc.
08.1992 - 03.1996
  • Company Overview: Computer Software, 40,000+ Employees
  • Designed and developed an MFC based GUI for CA-Response Manager
  • Worked in a team of 8 developers
  • Computer Software, 40,000+ Employees

Software Consultant

Intel Corporation
04.1992 - 07.1992
  • Company Overview: Semiconductor Industry, 50,000+ Employees
  • Designed and developed automated test suites for Intel Pentium Processor
  • Sole developer on the project
  • Semiconductor Industry, 50,000+ Employees

Education

MS - Communication Engineering

Harvard University
Boston, MA

BS - Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Honors

Harvard University
Boston, MA

Skills

  • Cross Functional Global Team Management
  • Risk Management and Security Posture
  • M&A Due Diligence
  • Cloud Budget
  • Resource Management
  • Azure
  • AWS
  • AKS
  • Helm
  • Docker
  • Ansible
  • Prometheus
  • Grafana
  • Terraform
  • GitHub Advanced Security
  • GitHub Actions
  • Azure DevOps
  • Spring Boot
  • RabbitMQ
  • Kafka
  • Istio
  • MongoDB
  • PostgreSQL
  • DynamoDB
  • MySQL
  • AWS RDS
  • MS SQL Server
  • Agile
  • Linux
  • Windows
  • Strategic planning
  • Decision-making
  • Team management
  • Budget management
  • Hiring and retention

Expertise

Cross Functional Global Team Management, Risk Management and Security Posture, M&A Due Diligence, Cloud Budget, Resource Management, Azure, AWS, AKS, Helm, Docker, Ansible, Prometheus, Grafana, Terraform, GitHub Advanced Security, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Spring Boot, RabbitMQ, Kafka, Istio, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MySQL, AWS RDS, MS SQL Server, Agile (Azure Boards, Rally, VersionOne, JIRA), Linux, Windows

Phone

cell, (978) 627 1733

Personal Information

Citizenship: US Citizen

Timeline

Director, DevOps

Constant Technology
02.2017 - Current

Senior Principal Software Engineer / Platform Architect, Avid Architecture Team

Rocket Technology
02.2013 - 01.2017

Principal Software Engineer

Maximz
12.2011 - 12.2012

Senior SOA Developer

Aviro International
09.2010 - 12.2011

Senior Product Developer

DPC Software
06.2009 - 09.2010

Software Engineer IV

Aveva Systems
04.2000 - 06.2009

Principal Member of the Technical Staff

Avalon Technology/CA Inc.
02.1997 - 04.2000

Member of the Technical Staff

IBM Transarc Labs
03.1996 - 02.1997

Senior Software Developer

Regent Corporation/CA Inc.
08.1992 - 03.1996

Software Consultant

Intel Corporation
04.1992 - 07.1992

BS - Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Honors

Harvard University

MS - Communication Engineering

Harvard University

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