Eric Hansen
Senior Backend And Data Developer
Morris,IL
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Summary
Accomplished backend software developer and technical leader with over 25 years of experience, recently spearheading the Application Development team at Health Data & Management Solutions, Inc. (HDMS). Expertise includes database administration, ETL and ELT processes, and hands-on development across multiple programming languages, including .NET C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, shell scripting, and Perl. Proven track record in designing and optimizing large-scale data platforms such as Netezza, along with effective management of Informatica environments and custom analytics solutions like the Enlight platform. Experienced with AWS and Redshift and Software as Architecture including the cloud environments and Docker. Committed to fostering collaboration and operational excellence, with a strong ability to leverage AI tools to enhance coding efficiency while ensuring code clarity and maintainability within agile frameworks.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Application Development
Health Data & Management Solutions, Inc. (HDMS)
11.2020 - 10.2025
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support our ETL process and Database loads for our Enlight Analytic product using Informatica, python, shell scripting and multiple databases decreasing processing time by over 20% .
- Converted our on premise servers to AWS Software as Architecture using the analytics database Exasol to replace the Netezza hardware.
- Facilitated collaboration between IT teams by promoting open lines of communication, fostering a culture of cooperation and knowledge sharing throughout the organization withing the SAFe Agile framework.
- Supervised aspects of development teams such as hiring, training, salary administration and performance reviews.
- Consistently met project deadlines and exceeded client expectations by prioritizing tasks effectively and maintaining a strong focus on quality deliverables.
- Communicated directly with project stakeholders, providing timely updates on project advancement.
- Identified hardware and processing issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
Senior Software Developer
Health Data & Management Solutions, Inc. (HDMS)
09.2014 - 11.2020
- Created a .Net code promotion tool to allow managers to approve and move code between development, QA and Production environments.
- Using Javascript, python and Docker containers, I was able to develop and maintain custom tools to take Excel workbooks and extract metadata that tells the ETL process how to build databases on the fly without the need to write DDLs for each client data model.
- Team Lead of consultants on the Advanced Reporting Tool project using Amazon Redshift and Birst Analysis Web tools.
- Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices and coding techniques for improved productivity.
- Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
- Developed scalable applications for efficient data processing and management.
- Prepared reports on programming project specifications, activities, or status.
Software Developer
Experian Automotive
11.2001 - 09.2014
- Unix/Linux development using Perl, java and shell scripting.
- Custom jobs and data mining of a DB2 database
- Tableau Data Analytics Developer
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
- Created comprehensive documentation detailing software functionality for future reference or maintenance purposes.
- Improved software efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving coding issues.
- Saved time and resources by identifying and fixing bugs before product deployment.
- Developed customized software solutions for diverse clients, resulting in increased satisfaction and repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, History
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12.1993
Certification
SAFe Agile Software Engineering
Skills
Software development
Performance optimization
Applications development
Agile development
Technical leadership
Data integration
Reliability
Written communication
Continuous improvement
Infrastructure development
Change management
Database management
Staff hiring
Teamwork and collaboration
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Timeline
Manager of Application Development
Health Data & Management Solutions, Inc. (HDMS)
11.2020 - 10.2025
Senior Software Developer
Health Data & Management Solutions, Inc. (HDMS)
09.2014 - 11.2020
Software Developer
Experian Automotive
11.2001 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, History
Western Illinois University