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RYAN R. MEYER

Pittsburgh,USA

Summary

Software engineer specializing in application development and optimization, with a strong track record of enhancing system performance and streamlining processes. Experienced in object-oriented design and software architecture, delivering high-quality solutions that increase efficiency. Proven ability to integrate innovative technologies, resulting in improved applications

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

UPMC Enterprises
Pittsburgh, USA
08.2017 - 02.2026
  • Led efforts to utilize unstructured health data, fostering the development of new healthcare applications.
  • Developed innovative front-end and back-end applications to support healthcare data platforms.
  • Contributed to Alexandria Charts, a medical data platform revolving around Electronic Medical Records and designed for healthcare. Alexandria Charts is a multi-tier system comprising 8 applications with a distributed, asynchronous pipeline.
  • Engineered automated deployment systems using Gitlab, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS.
  • Created and maintained Git pipelines for builds, linting, security scans, end-to-end testing, unit tests, and deployment processes.
  • Executed critical Ruby/Rails version upgrades, resolving dependency-related security vulnerabilities to ensure product stability and integrity.
  • Conducted security assessments with Twistlock, significantly improving system protection.
  • Participated in release and feature planning.
  • Participated in Gitlab administration by maintaining and updating the self-managed Gitlab site.

Buyer, Purchasing Department

Ferro Corporation
Washington, USA
01.2006 - 01.2014
  • Purchased capital project equipment and manufacturing production equipment for Washington, PA, Orrville, OH, and Vista, CA locations by bundling RFP's to local, national and global vendors; also purchased resale items, chemicals, lab supplies and office supplies and equipment.
  • Monitored and managed payables to ensure positive cash flow for corporation, favorably impacting site profitability by sourcing lower-cost items in high-spend categories.
  • Negotiated local contracts for specific spend categories and capital expenditures, optimizing procurement processes.
  • Managed a larger workload than peers with higher accuracy.
  • Completed required training and attained ISO/TS 16949 certification; performed in-plant audits of procedures, documentation, quality records, and adherence to SOP.
  • Facilitated outsourcing of specific business operations related to indirect purchasing and payables, enhancing efficiency in buyer role.

Materials Control Coordinator

Ferro Corporation
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Created and maintained materials data in SAP for new products and testing, contributing to successful implementation of new equipment in plant operations.
  • Collaborated with warehouse management, quality control, production, and customer service to resolve SAP-related technical issues, ensuring smooth operation across departments.

Education

B.S. -

Computer Engineering Technology
California, PA
08-2017

M.B.A. -

Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA
01-2010

B.A. -

Communications Studies
California, PA
01-2002

Skills

  • Java and Spring Boot
  • JavaScript and TypeScript
  • RESTful API design
  • AWS and Azure
  • Docker and Kubernetes
  • RabbitMQ
  • MySQL and SQLite
  • OAuth
  • Pub/Sub architecture
  • Cloud computing
  • Full-stack development
  • Back-end development
  • Cucumber and RSpec
  • JUnit
  • JMeter and Postman
  • API design and technical documentation
  • Git version control
  • Application development workflows
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Agile methodologies and Scrum
  • Jira and Confluence
  • Linux, Windows, and macOS
  • Observability tools
  • Grafana and Datadog
  • Distributed computing architecture
  • Service architecture design
  • Technical support strategies
  • Back-end development

Certification

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer

UPMC Enterprises
08.2017 - 02.2026

Buyer, Purchasing Department

Ferro Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2014

Materials Control Coordinator

Ferro Corporation
01.2005 - 01.2006

B.S. -

Computer Engineering Technology

M.B.A. -

Waynesburg University

B.A. -

Communications Studies
RYAN R. MEYER