GALEN GRUND
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Software Engineering Manager with a proven track record at Wells Fargo, leading cross-functional teams to modernize applications and enhance operational efficiency. Expert in Agile methodologies and vendor management, recognized with the Golden Spoke Award for excellence. Strong communicator and strategic planner, driving significant improvements in application functionality, performance and compliance.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering Manager - Senior
Wells Fargo
San Antonio, TX
07.2010 - Current
- Recruited by senior leadership to consolidate and modernize shipping, tracking, and document applications.
- Hired, developed, and reviewed new team members while managing displacements.
- Ensured compliance with SDLC processes and bank regulatory policies.
- Resolved code scan issues based on severity and managed policy exceptions.
- Directed technical design and application changes within Agile framework.
- Managed vendor applications, contracts, and third-party compliance.
- Oversaw business continuity planning and technology stack refreshes.
- Awarded Golden Spoke in 2019 for excellence in performance and leadership.
System Engineer - Senior
Wachovia
San Antonio, TX
07.2007 - 05.2008
- Led development team to create applications for consolidating loan accounting of acquired portfolios.
- Provided technical guidance for SPA application within Structured Transactions Technology group.
- Designed and developed treasury application compliant with Financial Accounting Standards 91 (FAS 91).
- Automated fee amortization calculations for Wachovia mortgage loans, enhancing accuracy.
- Updated Oracle Financial GL accounts to streamline previously manual processes.
- Delivered post-World Savings conversion support through SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages.
- Implemented backup and archiving solutions for Legacy World Savings SQL servers.
- Generated SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) PDF documents to document past Safe Deposit Box system.
Senior System Developer
World Savings
San Antonio, TX
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Led merging of World Savings branch applications into Wachovia enterprise system.
- Guided development and implementation of teller solution using EDS SELLSTATION 5.0 for over 260 branches.
- Facilitated creation of transitional desktop image to integrate World Savings applications with Wachovia's systems.
- Delivered SQL Server performance optimization for World Savings ALPS loan system.
- Provided technical support for resolution of branch operational issues.
Application Architect
EDS
Plano, TX
02.1990 - 08.2006
- Contributed to all solution life cycle stages for EDS' Financial Industry Solution Center.
- Delivered over $20 million in annual revenue through innovative applications for financial institutions.
- Guided large financial institutions in adopting EDS SELLSTATION 5.0 .NET framework for teller solutions.
- Reengineered retail branch systems for Scotiabank of Canada utilizing Citrix/RDS technology for outsourcing.
- Developed architectural proof of concept for Bank One, achieving all project objectives.
- Collaborated with State Farm Insurance to integrate new banking services into existing architecture.
- Partnered with EDS and A.T. Kearney to modernize branch environments for SouthTrust/Wells Fargo.
- Executed multiple banking solutions using SELLSTATION .NET framework for Korea First Bank.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Business Administration
FRIENDS UNIVERSITY
Wichita, KSSystem Engineer Development Program -
EDS
Plano, TXSkills
Leadership and management
- Leadership and management
- Group/team leadership
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Application/project oversight and leadership
- Project leadership
- Staff management
- Staff hiring
- Performance evaluation
- Budget forecasting and administration
- Risk management
- Vendor management
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking capacity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professional demeanor
Compliance and governance
- Regulatory and bank policy compliance
- SDLC compliance
- Security planning
Methodologies and processes
- Agile methodologies
- Agile framework
- Agile work processes
- Software development life cycle
- DevOps practices
- IT operations management
- Performance metrics
Project and product management
- Requirements analysis
- Product management
- Product development
- Infrastructure development
- Database migration
- Systems integration
Architecture and design patterns
- Technical and architecture leadership
- Microservices
- Event-driven (Kafka/MSMQ)
- 3-tier architecture (layered)
- Client-server architecture
- Object-oriented programming
- Unified Modeling Language
Programming and development languages
- Java and JavaScript
- Python
- Visual C# (NET)
- Visual Basic (NET)
- Visual C
- T-SQL (Transact-SQL)
- COBOL
- ASM (Assembler)
- ASPNET (Active Server Pages)
Databases and reporting
- Database management
- Microsoft Reporting Services (SSRS)
- T-SQL (Transact-SQL)
- Database migration
Cloud and platform technologies
- Azure cloud computing
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF)
- Red Hat OpenShift
- Azure DevOps
Operating systems and hardware
- Microsoft server
- Stratus (ftServer)
- Red Hat Linux (virtual and physical)
- Ruggedized handheld devices (Android)
- Industrial printers and inserters
- Hardware / operating systems
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Imaging technology
Accomplishments
- Golden Spoke Award - received in 2019 it is the Wells Fargo’s highest employee recognition, honoring the top 1-3% of high-achieving employees. The award signifies excellence in service, performance, leadership and risk management.
- Top Gun Award - received in 2006 it was EDS' top performance award for excellence. Received plaque and trip to San Diego for the award.
Timeline
Software Engineering Manager - Senior
Wells Fargo
07.2010 - Current
System Engineer - Senior
Wachovia
07.2007 - 05.2008
Senior System Developer
World Savings
07.2006 - 07.2007
Application Architect
EDS
02.1990 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Business Administration
FRIENDS UNIVERSITY
System Engineer Development Program -
EDS
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