Dustin McDaniel
Yukon
Summary
At Paycom Software Inc., I spearheaded software quality and development teams, enhancing collaboration and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. My strategic planning and innovative solutions significantly reduced time to market, while my mentorship boosted team morale and professional growth. Expert in PHP, C#, and team management, I consistently exceeded SLA delivery benchmarks and streamlined operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Software Quality Engineering
Paycom Software Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Developed high-performing technical teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Led cross-functional teams to exceed benchmarks for SLA delivery, staying on top of challenging schedules with multiple competing timelines.
- Streamlined project delivery mechanisms, significantly reducing time to market for new initiatives.
Director of Software Development
Paycom Software Inc.
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Mentored junior developers, contributing to their professional growth and fostering a positive work environment.
- Directed the migration from legacy systems to modern platforms, minimizing disruptions while ensuring data integrity throughout transitions.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement, fostering an environment where team members were empowered to suggest and implement positive changes.
- Coordinated the implementation of security best practices across all software development activities, minimizing vulnerabilities and protecting sensitive data from potential breaches.
- Implemented code review processes, leading to improved code quality and fewer bugs in production systems.
- Spearheaded efforts to identify inefficiencies within current workflows, proposing targeted improvements that drove significant time savings for all involved parties.
- Led the design and development of innovative software solutions, resulting in increased user satisfaction and reduced support costs.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects within budget constraints and tight deadlines.
- Standardized coding practices across teams to enable seamless collaboration on large-scale projects.
Manager of Software Development
Paycom Software Inc.
04.2017 - 09.2022
- Optimized existing software applications for better performance, reducing system downtime and increasing end-user efficiency.
- Championed the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, keeping the organization at the forefront of industry trends.
- Implemented code review processes, leading to improved code quality and fewer bugs in production systems.
- Mentored junior developers, contributing to their professional growth and fostering a positive work environment.
- Spearheaded efforts to identify inefficiencies within current workflows, proposing targeted improvements that drove significant time savings for all involved parties.
- Worked with developers to identify and remove software bugs.
- Discussed issues with team members to provide resolution and apply best practices.
- Developed reports using SQL server reporting services.
- Managed software development reporting for corporate reporting and business intelligence efforts.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to define requirements and build projects that achieved or exceeded corporate plans.
Education
Bachelor Of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05.2010
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
- Project management
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Employee development
- Budget management
Timeline
Director of Software Quality Engineering
Paycom Software Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Director of Software Development
Paycom Software Inc.
09.2022 - 03.2023
Manager of Software Development
Paycom Software Inc.
04.2017 - 09.2022
Bachelor Of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Oklahoma State University
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