Professional with strong background in legacy systems programming, ready to deliver impactful solutions in mainframe environments. Skilled in COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS, with solid foundation in debugging and code optimization. Known for collaborative approach, adaptive to shifting project needs, and consistently driving successful outcomes through teamwork and technical expertise.
Skills
COBOL Programming
Mainframe Development
Problem-solving
Critical thinking
Problem resolution
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Friendly, positive attitude
Excellent communication
Work History
Senior Solution Architect
DoE
Maintenance of legacy COBOL code for eQIPS application.
Maintenance of other applications of national security significance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align technical strategies with business objectives.
Evaluated emerging technologies, such as Python, for integration into existing frameworks, driving innovation.
Mentored junior architects and developers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
Senior Supply Chain Analyst
Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command
Analyzed, designed, and implemented Supply Chain Management Information System for tracking movement of goods, and all warehouse and materials handling activities throughout the SPAWAR command,, including receipt of goods, cross-site materials transfers, cross-docking, direct delivery to recipient, storage management and inventory item tracking. Implemented using a variety of technologies. My main focus was developing COBOl applications to satisfy requirements.
Created COBOL application with CICS to process purchase orders during transition to Navy ERP system.
Collaborated with DBAs and data architects to model and normalize legacy database to accommodate new requirements.
IBM System 390 and OS/390.
Analyzed supply chain data to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
Developed and implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance demand forecasting accuracy.
Led process improvement initiatives that reduced lead times across multiple suppliers.
Technical Lead Software Developer
Palmetto Gba
Team leader of Competitive Bidding Evaluation System (CBES) project design and implementation of new features , design improvements and refactoring existing code, used by HHS/CMS for awarding durable medical equipment contracts to Medicare vendors.
Reverse engineered undocumented and poorly implemented legacy Java application for translation to COBOL implementation.
Main application was written in COBOL, JCL, IBM System 390 environment.
Complex, faulty Java code was replaced by COBOL allowing stakeholders to better understand decision making logic and allow frequent modifications by CMS to be made simply and quickly.
Accounting and Manufacturing Control Supervisor
Lydall
Debugged RPG inventory report.
Maintained RPGII code to correct coding errors.
Coordinated workflow processes with shop floor expediter to optimize productivity and reduce downtime.
Monitored inventory levels to maintain adequate supply for production needs.
Assisted with budget development, monitoring expenses and making cost-saving recommendations when necessary.
Implemented safety standards and protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
COBOL Programmer
Accenture
Developed and maintained COBOL applications for patient enrollment service for specialty drugs and biologics..
Analyzed existing code to identify and resolve performance issues.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements for new projects.
Design API specifications and create detailed documentation for system processes and user guides.
COBOL Programmer
RJ Reynolds division of BAT
Maintenance and Implementation of order entry application.
Integrated application with SAP.
Coordinated testing and deployment activities.
Debugged problems caused by hardware, operating systems software, application programs and network failures.
Senior Software Engineer
Keurig - Dr. Pepper (KDP)
Led design and implementation of scalable software solutions to enhance system performance.
Reverse engineered deprecated and undocumented mainframe systems data structures and procedures.
Mentored offshore team in integration best practices.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver high-quality software products.
Redesigned and restructured legacy application integration effort.
Consulting Software Engineer
Hawaiian Airlines
Evaluated third-party tools for integration into existing systems to streamline operations while maintaining optimal functionality levels throughout all processes involved in development life cycles.
Modified legacy COBOL code to integrate mainframe applications.
Integrated with SABRE.
Optimized existing systems by conducting thorough code reviews and refactoring processes, increasing overall efficiency and maintainability.
Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
Business Solutions Engineer
ABInBev (Anheuser-Busch)
Designed application architecture for a major integration initiative.
Developed APIs to transfer, adapt, transform and integrate sales data from multiple primary sources in all regions of Canada to central data warehouse for analysis and reporting.
Created COBOL application to integrate sales data from disparate warehouses and distribution centers.
Designed and implemented reports using COBOL to meet external government taxation authority requirements as well as internal management analysis.
Developed technical documentation for internal processes, ensuring consistency and knowledge retention.
Streamlined integration processes between various platforms, reducing system incompatibility incidents.
COBOL Developer
Intuit
Developed and maintained legacy Billing and Revenue Management COBL application.
Developed and maintained COBOL applications to support business operations.
Analyzed legacy systems to identify areas for enhancement and optimization.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
Designed and implemented integration of legacy COBOL applications with third party applications such as SAP, Oracle and NetSuite.
Implemented updates and bug fixes to ensure system reliability and performance.
Technical Lead COBOL Progtamming
TIAA-CREF main campus
Designed and implemented an Asset and Liability (ALM) Risk Analysis and Reporting application using COBOL.
Implemented COBOL Data Loss Prevention application.
Designed and implemented a COBOL application to move daily account transaction posting from external banking system to internal general ledger application.
Led technical team in developing software solutions, ensuring alignment with project requirements and timelines.
Designed and conducted code reviews, maintaining high-quality standards and reducing production errors significantly.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define technical specifications and ensure successful integration of systems.
Coordinated with stakeholders to define project requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions, strengthening team expertise and fostering collaborative work environment.
COBOL Code Maintenance Lead
BI-LO Holdings
Maintained and documented legacy applications during merger phase with acquiring company.
Provided architecture and design for systems integration of merging companies
Senior Software Engineer
CACI Federal - DoD
Secret Clearance
Design and development of a world class, extremely large scale naval aviation logistics and maintenance application.
Mainframe Integration Director
Advance Auto Parts Headquarters
Maintained legacy COBOL application to enable integration with 3rd party marketing and invoice matching applications.
Implemented middleware solutions to facilitate seamless data exchange between applications.
Developed best practices for API design, ensuring consistency and scalability across projects.
Optimized existing integrations, improving performance and reliability of data flows.
Improved system efficiency by designing and implementing integration solutions for business applications.
