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Neil Baron

Neil Baron

Bend,Oregon

Summary

Software engineering leader with extensive experience in scalable, real-time data streaming solutions. Demonstrated expertise in cloud-based microservices and high-performance data pipelines. Excels in leading teams to develop large-scale enterprise applications, enhancing system efficiency through innovative problem-solving.

Education

Master of Software Engineering - Focused On Software Architecture and System Design

University of Maryland

B.S. - Aeronautics, Business Administration

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Skills

  • Team mentoring
  • Apache Kafka
  • Microservices architecture
  • Software design and architecture
  • Continuous integration and deployment
  • Cloud computing expertise
  • Java and Spring Boot
  • Streaming data platforms
  • Database management systems
  • Azure Cosmos DB
  • AWS Elasticsearch
  • Agile methodologies
  • Docker and Kubernetes
  • Machine learning integration
  • Data security and compliance
  • Cloud-native development

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Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Department of Labor's Permanent Visa Program.
  • Achieved modernization of the Department of Labor's JobCorps program by implementing data streaming pipelines and database upgrade tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Received 2018 MUFG President's award for implementing biometric authentication for mobile devices.
  • Achieved cost savings by introducing Fraud Analytics for online baking transactions.

Timeline

Senior Lead Engineer

Booz Allen
07.2022 - Current

Assistant Vice President - Lead Software Engineer

MUFG Americas
03.2012 - 07.2022

Senior Software Engineer

QualityLogic, Inc.
11.2011 - 03.2012

Software Engineering Manager

Ultra Electronics
06.2008 - 11.2011

Master of Software Engineering - Focused On Software Architecture and System Design

University of Maryland

B.S. - Aeronautics, Business Administration

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Work History

Senior Lead Engineer

Booz Allen
Bend, OR
07.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded design and development of scalable applicant systems using Apache Kafka and Spring Boot, improving processing speed.
  • Mentored a team of engineers, resulting in enhanced professional growth and project efficiency.
  • Optimized Kafka streaming systems, significantly increasing message processing efficiency.
  • Collaborated across departments, achieving project goals and streamlining communication.

Assistant Vice President - Lead Software Engineer

MUFG Americas
San Diego, CA
03.2012 - 07.2022
  • Designed and implemented technical solutions for advanced online banking systems that can process over 1,000 transactions per minute by utilizing the Java Spring framework.
  • Mentored junior team members, sharing knowledge and expertise in solutions architecture.
  • Developed fraud analytics task automation systems, preventing significant financial losses.
  • Provided post-implementation support to clients, addressing issues or concerns.
  • Migrated legacy applications to cloud-based platforms as part of modernization efforts.

Senior Software Engineer

QualityLogic, Inc.
Moorpark, CA
11.2011 - 03.2012
  • Developed web-based testing frameworks to simulate Smart Grid technology concepts for the PNW Smart Grid Demonstration Project.
  • Conducted research to identify and develop innovative technologies using open-source frameworks.
  • Wrote unit tests to validate code functionality and prevent regression errors.

Software Engineering Manager

Ultra Electronics
San Diego, CA
06.2008 - 11.2011
  • Led the design and development of complex engineering solutions for Department of Defense projects.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and support in their career development.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders during all phases of software development lifecycle.
  • Implemented Agile methodologies to streamline software development process.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience