Rae Wree
Windsor,Colorado
Summary
Creative and results-driven Software Engineer with 8 years’ experience developing high-performance applications and operational systems. Skilled in C#, .NET, WPF, and workflow optimization, with a track record of delivering solutions that scale — including a top-100 Microsoft Store app serving over 2.5 million users. Recognized for transforming complex problems into elegant, maintainable solutions, leading refactoring and automation initiatives, and bridging technical expertise with operational and business impact.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer
HP, INC.
05.2015 - 02.2023
- Led design, development, and continuous enhancement of desktop application features using C# and .NET Framework 4.8, supporting over 2.5 million users and maintaining a top-100 Microsoft Store ranking.
- Engineered responsive, maintainable UIs with WPF in an MVVM architecture, integrating dependency injection to boost modularity, streamline testing, and accelerate development cycles.
- Directed major refactoring across six core modules, resolving technical debt and improving system performance, scalability, and long-term maintainability.
- Implemented automated build, test, and deployment pipelines with GitHub hooks and Azure DevOps workflows, reducing manual intervention and shortening release cycles.
- Conducted hundreds of code reviews and mentored peers, improving code quality, maintainability, and adherence to SOLID and clean-coding principles.
- Collaborated with project managers and UI/UX designers to refine workflows and enhance feature sets, elevating user experience and product sophistication.
- Analyzed and estimated feature stories and requirements, improving sprint planning accuracy and predictability.
- Technical environment: .Net Framework 4.8, C#, WPF, MVVM, Azure DevOps, GitHub
- Projects: HP Omen Gaming Hub, HP Orbit, HP Connected Drive
Operations Manager
RITECORP (PESTRITE)
06.2003 - 03.2015
- Optimized client scheduling and digital record workflows, doubling operational efficiency and improving data accuracy across field and office teams.
- Spearheaded process improvements and software adoption, increasing inside customer service efficiency by 30% and cutting fuel costs by 50%.
- Developed and deployed comprehensive documentation workflows, improving scheduling accuracy, reducing average handling time by 20%, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Led cross-functional team initiatives that improved daily productivity over 100%, standardizing procedures across office and field operations.
- Managed Active Directory and IT support, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, configuring devices, and collaborating with DBAs and IT teams to ensure optimal system performance and security.
- Created and maintained SQL scripts and custom reports to enhance CRM reporting capabilities.
- Partnered with insurance providers to customize certificates, ensuring regulatory compliance and meeting diverse client requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
FORT COLLINS, COSkills
C# programming
NET Framework
WPF development
MVVM architecture
Dependency injection
Continuous integration
Azure DevOps workflows
GitHub version control
Code review processes
Software refactoring
SQL
Agile methodologies
Career Note
2023 – Present: Took a planned career break to address personal matters and reassess long-term goals. Completed coursework in medical billing and coding. Now fully re-engaged in pursuing .NET software development roles.
Timeline
Software Engineer
HP, INC.
05.2015 - 02.2023
Operations Manager
RITECORP (PESTRITE)
06.2003 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY