Jim Darlington
Senior Software Engineer
Lacon,IL
Summary
Accomplished Senior Software Engineer with 35 years from Caterpillar Inc., adept in Java development and AWS solutions. Successfully delivered scalable applications under tight deadlines, enhancing functionality through innovative problem-solving. Proven ability to manage multiple projects while fostering team collaboration and maintaining high-quality standards. Proficient in SQL and experienced with iSeries platforms.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
Caterpillar Inc.
09.1996 - 03.2025
- Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
- Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
- Delivered unit-tested systems within customer-prescribed timeframes.
Systems Analyst
McLeod Inc.
10.1994 - 08.1996
- Team lead Call Processing. Wrote/Maintained batch processes to process data from multiple phone companies into custom iSeries database.
- Developed code for maintaining call features that were used in invoicing.
- Developed, and tested code for processing calling rates from multiple telecommunications companies giving the customers the best rates.
System Analyst
Munson Transportation
12.1990 - 09.1994
- Developed and Tested Dispatch System to enhance the fleet manager experience and give truck drivers timely messages to determine what was required for pickups and deliveries
- Provided technical support for end-users, resolving issues promptly and effectively.
- Develop code to manage the Qualcomm Satellite data coming from the drivers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop system solutions tailored to business needs.
System Analyst/Operator
Pal Health Technologies
10.1989 - 12.1990
- Maintained system backups on AS/400 B35.
- Developed, and tested changes on AS/400 using RPG/400.
- Developed and improved Doctor special instructions.
Education
Computer Science
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05-1989
Skills
- Java development
- Web application development
- Data manipulation using SQL
- Experience with iSeries platforms
- RPGIII, RPGIV on iSeries
- SEU on iSeries
- Proficient in DDS for iSeries
- Proficient in iSeries CL
- iSeries COBOL development
- AWS Lambda
- AWS development with Java
- Proficient in JSP, CSS, HTML, and JavaScript
- Familiarity with Unix command line
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Caterpillar Inc.
09.1996 - 03.2025
Systems Analyst
McLeod Inc.
10.1994 - 08.1996
System Analyst
Munson Transportation
12.1990 - 09.1994
System Analyst/Operator
Pal Health Technologies
10.1989 - 12.1990
Computer Science
Western Illinois University
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