Knorphe Byrd
Columbia,SC
Summary
System Designer with expertise in software development and system architecture. Proven track record of creating solutions that meet business needs and improve client satisfaction. Skilled in working with cross-functional teams in dynamic environments to deliver project objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
System Designer
Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
08.2021 - Current
- Designed system architecture for complex software solutions and applications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze user requirements.
- Developed technical specifications and documentation for system functionalities.
- Devise approaches for Developers and validate inclusion in project artifacts.
- Evaluated existing systems and proposed enhancements for improved performance.
- Functioned as part-time SSD across various projects.
Systems Analyst/ Developer III
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of SC
Columbia, SC
06.2017 - Current
- Support existing software to rectify errors and enhance functional performance
- Evaluate needs and improvements for new and existing systems
- Present “knowledge shares” to the team explaining a process or functionality
- Mentor new employees and less experienced team members in their programming duties
- Collaborate with business analysts, developers and technical support to determine the most effective approaches
- Manage multiple projects by supporting programming changes
Non-Host Applications Developer
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of SC
Columbia, SC
06.2012 - 05.2017
- Designed functional components of Web-based systems to enhance security and functionality using Java
- Customized the customer user experience using JSP functionalities
- Automated installation of customer applications
- Analyzed customer requirements to develop software compliant with company standards
- Developed coding specifications based on project objectives
- Collaborated with other departments within the company to implement new systems
Host Applications Developer
BCBSSC
09.2006 - 05.2012
- Resolved system test and validation problems to provide normal program functioning.
- Created software applications in test-driven development environment.
- Provided code maintenance and system upgrades to maximize performance in APS & COBOL.
- Create, maintain, and support JCL and Batch Jobs to ensure the successful daily runs of the host sub-system
- Create, maintain, and support CICS screens to enhance customer experience for Subsystem Projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC2006
Skills
- Linux and Java
- JavaScript and Python
- Shell scripting and SQL
- Technical documentation
- Software design and development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving and analysis
- Web services testing
- Integrated development environments
- Version control systems
- Cloud computing platforms
- Visual design tools
Affiliations
- Federal Apprenticeship for Computer Programmers(U.S. Dept of Labor)
- Blue Cross BlueShield of SC ELTP Mentoring Program, Mentor
- Toastmasters International, CC CL - Past Club President
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Columbia, Mentor and Advisory Board
- Future Business Leaders of America(FBLA), Regional Contest Judge
- Columbia College Organizational Leadership Graduate Program, Advisory Board
Timeline
System Designer
Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of South Carolina
08.2021 - Current
Systems Analyst/ Developer III
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of SC
06.2017 - Current
Non-Host Applications Developer
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of SC
06.2012 - 05.2017
Host Applications Developer
BCBSSC
09.2006 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Winthrop University