John Alamond

• Full Stack Software Engineer
• Developed, tested, and maintained software applications using ASP.NET technologies.
• Designed and implemented user interfaces for web-based applications.
• Provided technical assistance to junior developers in debugging code.
• Created efficient algorithms to optimize existing systems.
• Maintained and expanded custom software for lead generation and email consumer contact systems.
• Synchronized and summarized PII data and activity from SaaS systems and internal transactional and reporting data structures.
• Utilized multiple languages including C#, JavaScript, SQL, Python, BASH scripting, YAML (for Docker), and Ruby.
• Worked within multiple platforms, including WinForms, MVC, WebAPI, Docker Containers, Angular, Vue, Snowflake, AWS Services, Microsoft SQL Server, Postgres, and Redshift.
• Consolidated IIS websites and APIs into Docker containers, achieving cost reduction and lower hardware requirements.
• Utilized GitHub-based source control and Continuous Integration to streamline project management processes.
• Experienced in deploying applications using Argo.
• Oversaw full SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), from Jira ticket to Production Verification.
• Managed development using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Performed code reviews to enhance individual and team knowledge.
• Wrote unit tests for Continuous Integration deployment pipelines.
• Performed debugging when errant behavior was detected.
• Conducted requirements and risk analysis for proposed new features.

• Maintained an internal contract management system using VB.NET on MS SQL Server.
• Utilized Telerik web controls and customized the system to comply with individual client needs and workflows.
• Developed a test suite using Microsoft Tests to ensure individual functionality was maintained for each client.

Contracted by Sogeti to work on two government departments:

• Maricopa County Sheriff's Office: Analyzed and Optimized an MVC framework application connecting to an MSSQL server, reducing page refresh times from 17 seconds to 1.2 seconds using MVC framework knowledge, data investigations, and caching. Less than a month engagement.
• Arizona Department of Education: Worked on multiple teams implementing MVC/Web Forms projects for MCESA REIL program, Rostering, and Assessments. Created a logging mechanism used as the foundation for all new projects in ADE.
  

Technologies utilized:

• MVC
• WebForms
• App Fabric
• WCF
• Entity Framework
• Dapper
• SSRS
• Windows Identity Foundation
  

• Developed applications for clients to manage consumer preferences, including sports teams and hotel guest communications.
• Architected multi-tier applications using ASP.NET and MVC, integrating with service layers via WCF.
• Implemented service/data layers to facilitate database communications.
• Created structural frameworks for junior developers.
• Mentored developers in critical thinking, problem resolution, and solution application.
• Administered development domain servers, DNS, IIS, and MSSQL servers.
• Developed and enforced standards and practices, instructing others in their application.
• Collaborated with the IT department on software deployment, solution requirements, and risk management.

• Designed, developed, deployed, and administered IT infrastructure, including SQL Server, Exchange, Active Directory, web, LAN, WAN, DNS, and VOIP telephony systems in a multi-company environment.
• Restructured existing network to enhance flexibility, reliability, and availability.
• Analyzed IT-related contracts, invoices, and policies on a line-item basis, reducing expenditures by nearly 50% without sacrificing services.
• Configured systems and trained internal staff to maximize productivity.
• Built and managed teams of internal and external resources to resolve and implement solutions.
• Streamlined production at no additional cost by leveraging development background.
• Role terminated due to restructuring of company.

• Developed and managed Microsoft SQL databases and applications.
• Coordinated with ESC and client management/staff to create reliable automated solutions using Visual Basic and Microsoft SQL.
• Involved in all project aspects: proposal, budget, development, implementation, and support.
• Modified Sage MAS500 ERP Financial Accounting Software through source code and Transact-SQL stored procedures.
• Converted, formatted, and imported legacy system data into new business management software (ETL).
• Worked independently with no supervision to accomplish goals.
• Maintained high return business from clients for additional services.
• Expert in installation, development, and deployment of various RDBMS including Microsoft SQL Server (versions 6.5 through 2005), PervasiveSQL, and ProvideX.
• Developed and modified front-end and e-commerce IIS client interfaces.
• Built integrations between point of sale databases and accounting software.
• Automated sales order, purchase order, inventory, AR, AP, payroll, and GL transactions.