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J LOIACANO

Libertyville,IL

Summary

Results-driven Software Engineer with expertise in .NET development, web applications, and Android development. Skilled in Microsoft technologies, database management, and cloud services. A strong team player with excellent problem-solving abilities and a track record of delivering effective business solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sole Proprietor

Loiacano Designs LLC
09.2024 - Current
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Software Engineer II

Staples/Quill
09.2020 - 01.2024
  • Maintained and enhanced Quill’s backend systems and services.
  • Developed SQL scripts to identify and fix unfulfilled orders.
  • Designed and implemented a mass item substitution process using Excel-based automation.
  • Created a vendor cancellation system for customer service representatives.
  • Developed and integrated a new rewards program and an updated customer representative interface.
  • Improved MVC-based applications with a reimagined, user-friendly UI/UX, including custom styles and sortable data tables.
  • Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Software Engineer

Staples/Quill
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Managed the quill.com e-commerce platform using .NET 4.1 MVC.
  • Led ADA compliance updates in collaboration with senior designers.
  • Developed new features and functionality for monthly production releases.
  • Upgraded outdated ASP.NET 2.0 Web Forms to .NET 4.6 MVC.
  • Implemented efficient sorting and filtering algorithms using vanilla JavaScript.
  • Migrated Order Entry (OE) services from Server 2008 R2 to Server 2016.
  • Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
  • Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
  • Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.

.NET Developer

Indigo Interactive
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Developed a new web application using .NET 4.7.1.
  • Designed a normalized database architecture following the Repository Pattern.
  • Integrated Azure Storage for asynchronous file handling.
  • Conducted large-scale data migration from a competitor’s denormalized database to SQL Server.
  • Debugged and enhanced web applications in the Accreditation Management Industry.
  • Analyzed, evaluated and developed new web and database applications.
  • Troubleshot and resolved performance issues for databases and software.

Software Engineer

Coding Temple
08.2017 - 12.2017
  • Built a full-stack e-commerce application using C#, AngularJS, Bootstrap, and SQL Server.
  • Designed a relational database and implemented data retrieval via Entity Framework.
  • Developed stored procedures to optimize application performance.
  • Improved user experience through CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery enhancements.
  • Integrated Web API for database access and user authentication using Identity Framework.
  • Created UI wireframes for a structured development workflow.
  • Delivered unit-tested systems within customer-prescribed timeframes.
  • Developed robust, scalable, modular and API-centric infrastructures.
  • Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.

Education

Full Stack .NET Certification -

Coding Temple, Chicago, IL
01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL
01.1998

Associate of Liberal Arts -

Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL
01.1996

Skills

  • C#
  • ASPNET
  • JavaScript (ES6)
  • PHP
  • Python
  • Java
  • AngularJS
  • JQuery
  • HTML5
  • CSS3 (SASS/LESS)
  • Bootstrap
  • SQL Server (T-SQL, SSMS)
  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • Entity Framework
  • Azure (Storage, Services)
  • GIT
  • GitHub CI/CD
  • PyCharm
  • Excel
  • Data Migration
  • MVC
  • Web API
  • ADA Accessibility Compliance

Timeline

Sole Proprietor - Loiacano Designs LLC
09.2024 - Current
Software Engineer II - Staples/Quill
09.2020 - 01.2024
Software Engineer - Staples/Quill
09.2019 - 03.2020
.NET Developer - Indigo Interactive
01.2018 - 03.2019
Software Engineer - Coding Temple
08.2017 - 12.2017
Coding Temple - Full Stack .NET Certification,
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Oakton Community College - Associate of Liberal Arts,
J LOIACANO