Mark Barton
Software Developer
St. Louis,Missouri
Summary
Agile Software Engineer talented at contributing to multi-team development projects. Collaborative designer of exceptionally useful solutions and perfectly customized products. Knowledgeable in programming environments ranging from Backend to UI.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Front End Developer
Izende Studio Web
Saint Louis, Missouri
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated on various web development projects, creating visually appealing and responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Developed custom WordPress themes and effectively implemented them for client websites.
- Proficient in PHP Laravel and utilized JSON, MongoDB, and MySQL for database management.
- Streamlined deployment process by utilizing Git actions for auto-deploy.
- Worked closely with designers and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and timely project delivery.
- Implemented responsive design techniques for optimal user experience across different devices and screen sizes.
Software Engineer
Wells Fargo Bank
St. Louis, MO
12.2014 - 10.2021
- I worked as a UI/UX developer on multiple web applications within the Wells Fargo Technology space pertaining to Home Mortgage such as CORE, LPO, ASDS, TDCS.
- Platform facilitates every aspect of Home Mortgage process starting with Loan Origination up to Pooling and Delivery of Loans into Financial Markets.
- I would like to continue my career in path of front end development particularly in Angular, MongoDB or NodeJs.
- Provide analysis and support for Product Team.
- Ensure application quality standards are met while following software development practices.
- Assist Technical Analyst in defining requirements and conduct gap analysis.
- Work with technical teams to deliver on commitments within time and scope.
- Understand business requirements with respects to data and reporting needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of home lending or consumer lending.
- Financial services industry experience.
- Basic Knowledge and understanding of DevOps principles.
- Experience with Agile Scrum (Daily Standup, Sprint Planning and Sprint Retrospective meetings) and Kanban.
- Spring Frameworks experience.
- JavaScript Frameworks experience (Ext JS, Kendo UI and/or Angular JS, jQuery).
- RESTful and SOAP web service experience.
- Oracle database experience.
- Pivotal Cloud Foundry experience.
- JavaEE experience.
- Tomcat Server experience.
- Experience with Angular 8 and 9 for newer upgrades for legacy applications such as LPO and TDCS.
- Basic microservices development experience.
- JIRA experience.
- MEAN Stack Development
- Experience with Enterprise pipe line tools such as UDeploy, SONAR, Fortify, Blackduck, GIT, Jenkins, Artifactory.
- Reviewed code, debugged problems and corrected issues.
- Worked with teams of talented software engineers to define, build and maintain cloud infrastructure.
- Utilized code and modern cloud-native deployment techniques to design, plan and integrate cloud computing and virtualization systems.
Software Developer
State Farm Insurance
Bloomington, IL
03.2013 - 01.2014
- Bank Vehicle Loan Reference application allows for new or current customers to apply for a vehicle loan through the StateFarms Web Portal.
- Application utilized State Farms proprietary software environment “SPARK” which is a more refined type of J2EE technology specific to Insurance & Financial Services.
- SPARK integrates with Spring MVC, Web-Services and Mule ESB.
- Responsibilities.
- Gathered requirements and presented USE CASE Designs of Project Flows.
- Attend Daily stand up SCRUM meeting to detail progress.
- Integrated Mule ESB to enable orchestration of services using the sophisticated message flow provided by Mule.
- Created Multiple Spring MVC Controllers to perform business actions.
- Utilized Maven SVN version control over project.
- Created SOAP based Web-Services from Maven Archetype.
- Using Bottom-up approach.
- Used Spring Dependency Injection with Application to Autowire beans.
- Create an AJAX call to Accept JSON request to interact with Spring Controller Methods.
- Integrated State exception and effective date(SEED)Framework as a data binding component of the SPARK framework in application.
- Also used to perform CRUD operations on JRF.
- Utilized JRF Web-Services to communicate with application DataBase.
- Utilized SPARK Background Listener Framework (BLF) design pattern to allow business area to create, update, submit and delete request outside of application.
- Worked with SPARK (SFX) view framework to provide simple markup language for cross browser compatibility.
- Genereted SOAP Messages Using Apache-CXF to be consumed by claims application.
- Used SPARK Java Request Framework (JRF) to execute business specific and state-specific rules during policy and account change process.
- Incorporated SPARK Document Assembly Utility (DAU) framework to transform POJO or SEED annotated beans into XML format.
- Used SPARK Model Application eXtension framework (MAX) for text and internationalization which supports multi-lingual capabilities in business application.
- Used off platform IBM WebSphere Service Registry & Registory (WSSR) as a service registry for optimizing and managing capabilities in SOA.
Software Developer
Arlington Asset Investment
Arlington, VA
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Document Information System The Document Information System (DIS) is a platform independent system used for managing Documents and Information across various sized organizations.
- The main internal features of the DIS are the ability to schedule, delete and update records.
- Users of the DIS system are also able to upload .pdf or .doc styled documents into a content repository for storage which helps with paper reduction.
- Responsibilities:.
- Collaborated with Development Team members for SDLC Model implementation.
- Created a rich application interface with smooth transitions and effects using JQuery libraries.
- Integrated JSP pages in Struts Application.
- Utilized the Struts Validator Framework along with HTML5 for form validation.
- Used basic CRUD methods to manipulate Database Columns and rows in JDBC for testing.
- Created hibernate-configuration file in XML for mapping Java Data types to SQL Database.
- Activated the ContextLoaderPlugin in Struts Configuration file to integrate Struts into Spring.
- Used EJB's to call the methods of objects on the application server via agreed-upon protocols.
- Used MVC Design Pattern in application Development.
- Created a WebService using Bottom up/Contract Last method.
- Used Class Diagram to model the static view of J2EE application.
- Created and implemented Well formed XML files in Hibernate.
- Used ANT to create deployable EAR(Enterprise Archive) packages.
- Created Normalization table structures to reduce redundancy throughout database.
- Created folders and files for using UNIX scripting.
- Used Unix grep to search through files.
- Managed project development cycle in J2EE perspective in eclipse.
- Deployed Application components on to test Server from Eclipse IDE and from Oracle Server console.
- Work closely with other team members to ensure project integration and completion.
- Environment: JQuery, JSP, Struts 1.3, JDBC, Hibernate 3.x, XML, EJB 2.1, WebServices, ANT, Spring 3.0, Eclipse Helios, Oracle WebLogic Server 11g.
Software Developer
SunTrust Bank
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2010 - 11.2011
- SunTrust Bank utilized J2ee Technologies to implement payment portals for various corporate clients that banked with SunTrust.
- The payment portals were especially useful for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustees, Condos & Apartments Complexes along with NCAA,NFL,NHL franchises.
- Each client had unique specifications that were tailored to their cooperative brand & identity.
- Responsibilities:.
- Received SDD (Software Design Documents) From Development Manager for application Architecture.
- Integrated Struts With Hibernate and Spring for enhanced application functionality.
- Manipulated Tiles in Struts application.
- Used CSS3 Design Patterns where applicable.
- Integrated Hibernate into an existing projects for more robust Database Interactions.
- Integrated Spring into Hibernate.
- Created associations between various application components using bean wiring Spring.
- Created Stateless Session EJB's Throughout application where applicable.
- Used Front Loader Design Pattern for create a central access point in Struts.
- Utilized SOAP messaging protocol in WebService application where applicable.
- Utilized UML Activity Diagram to capture dynamic aspects of application workflow.
- Adhered to “valid” DTD structure in XML file creation.
- Utitlized Unix grep to search for strings inside of files.
- Collaborated ANT with Apache SVN for Application version control.
- Used MySQL WorkBench GUI admin tool for database manipulation.
- Used Eclipse Helios for application development.
- Used Oracle Weblogic Server 11g as application Server.
- Received and offered feed back to application architects about future designs and current usability of application.
- Personally upheld project obligations in order to ensure the team as a whole was meeting milestones Environment: Hibernate 3.x, JSP, WebServices, Struts 1.3, JDBC, XML, EJB 2.1, ANT, Eclipse Helios, JQuery ,Oracle WebLogic Server 11g, Spring 3.0.
Software Developer
Tiko Hosting
Atlanta, Georgia
03.2008 - 12.2009
- Tiko Hosting was a mid-sized application built using J2EE Components.
- The platform allows for web clients to host their websites on a dedicated server for a monthly fee.
- With Scalability in mind during development the application takes full advantage of Middle Tier components that can be easily managed for future growth.
- The main feature is a payment module which allows a client to build a customized hosting plan during checkout.
- Responsibilities:.
- Documented Application Complexity using the SDLC Methodology.
- Using web.xml Deployment Descriptor to map servlets to JSP's.
- Used Servlets to organize complex mapping throughout the application.
- Used Prepared Statements instead of PL/SQL for JDBC database interactions.
- Used Spring Dependency Injection to and IOC to Simplify JDBC.
- Deployed Session Beans to Oracle Weblogic Server.
- Used phpMyAdmin GUI admin tool for database manipulation.
- Deployed application to Server using NetBeans IDE.
- Used Java programming language to create methods, variables and classes in application.
- Performed Javascript form validation where applicable.
- Received and offered feedback to application architects about scalability and current usability of application.
- Received and delegate project task accordingly Environment: NetBeans, Oracle WebLogic Server 10g, Spring 3.0, JDBC, JSP, Servlets.
Enterprise Web Content Editor
AT&T Mobility
Atlanta, Georgia
05.2006 - 01.2008
- Performed daily article publishing using Microsoft Share point.
- Maintained daily CMS updates in Vignette.
- Produced Web Content as needed for AT&T products and services.
- Migrated Content Articles from Old CMS AFSS to New Vignette CMS.
- Updated articles layout using Adobe Dreamweaver.
- Created New Pages using XHTML and CSS.
- Maintained strict adherence to AT&T Style Manual.
- Made editorial and grammar changes to articles during Q/A.
- Trained new contractors on project work flow and Authoring Guidelines.
- Participate in weekly meetings to maintain project deadlines.
Enterprise Front End Web Developer
WebMD.com
Atlanta, Georgia
05.2005 - 02.2006
- Worked with migrating website to old CMS to new CMS.
- Hand coded CSS changes to live website.
- Advanced knowledge With Page Builder Content Management System.
- Converted and Published Medical Word Documents From XSLT to XML pages.
- Created and Added Video Modules using CMS.
- Custom Built Templates and Modules for Sponsored Programs..
- Maintained Browser compatibility with IE 6, IE7, Firefox 2, 3 and Safari.
- Made minor edits to website photos using Photoshop CS3.
- Maintained daily and weekly link integrity to site links.
- Hand coded html modules using Dreamweaver CS3.
- Used Mozilla Firefox Firebug to inspect and correct front page elements.
- Made updates to site HTML XHTML, XML and JavaScript Pages.
WebMaster
NewStart Financial
Bradenton, Florida
03.2004 - 04.2005
- CSS Design and Layout using Div Tags with no HTML tables.
- Layout in Adobe Photoshop CS2 7 layers.
- Embedded Windows Media Player Video on page.
- Created DHTML Photo Gallery.
- Implemented JavaScript slide show.
- Maintained cross browser compatibility with IE 6, IE 7, FF.
- Redesign of organizations Website as Contractor.
- Update and Publish Photoshop images weekly.
- Sliced and Imported images in Dreamweaver 8 for deployment.
- Created Stylist guest book in Flash 8.
- Published Web Content for Monthly Promotions.
- Designed websites using DOM Scripting for progressive enhancement.
- Provide Project Management and Internet Marketing.
- Maintained link integrity after each updated.
- Hand Code ColdFusion and HTML.
- Provide Monthly Consultation for up to date technology implementation.
- 508 compliant website design principles.
Education
Associates Degree - Internet Specialist Web Design
Central Georgia Technical College
Skills
Javascript
Certification
Java 6 Fundamentals, Brainbench
Timeline
Front End Developer
Izende Studio Web
01.2022 - Current
Software Engineer
Wells Fargo Bank
12.2014 - 10.2021
Software Developer
State Farm Insurance
03.2013 - 01.2014
Software Developer
Arlington Asset Investment
01.2012 - 10.2012
Software Developer
SunTrust Bank
01.2010 - 11.2011
Software Developer
Tiko Hosting
03.2008 - 12.2009
Enterprise Web Content Editor
AT&T Mobility
05.2006 - 01.2008
Enterprise Front End Web Developer
WebMD.com
05.2005 - 02.2006
WebMaster
NewStart Financial
03.2004 - 04.2005
Associates Degree - Internet Specialist Web Design
Central Georgia Technical College