Derek Schulte
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Detail-oriented software engineer with 2 years of experience in developing scalable applications and innovative solutions. Proven leader with a passion for learning and guiding teams to achieve project goals. Seeking opportunities to add value and further grow as a Software Engineer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer I
Nelnet Business Solutions
Lincoln, NE
04.2022 - Current
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality
- Integrated third-party tools and components into applications
- Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements
- Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress
- Built databases and table structures for web applications
- Estimated work hours and tracked progress using Scrum methodology
Project Manager
Nelnet Business Solutions
Lincoln, NE
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management
- Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement
Team Lead
Nelnet Business Solutions
Lincoln, NE
02.2017 - 04.2019
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response
Education
Certificate of Software Development - Software Engineering
Doane University
Lincoln08-2022
MBA - Business Administration
Doane University
Crete, NE12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Doane University
Crete, NE12.2018
Skills
- Project Management
- MS SQL Server 2000
- Processes and Procedures
- Strategic Planning
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Goals and Performance
- C#, HTML, CSS, Javascript
- Azure DevOps
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Software Engineer I
Nelnet Business Solutions
04.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Nelnet Business Solutions
04.2019 - 04.2022
Team Lead
Nelnet Business Solutions
02.2017 - 04.2019
Certificate of Software Development - Software Engineering
Doane University
MBA - Business Administration
Doane University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Doane University
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