Douglas Wood
Sharpsburg
Summary
Adept Senior Programmer Analyst with a proven track record at Bonnell Aluminum, showcasing expertise in object-oriented programming and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Spearheaded innovative software solutions, significantly enhancing system efficiency and user adoption. Excelled in fostering professional growth among team members through technical guidance, demonstrating strong leadership and excellent communication skills.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Programmer Analyst
Bonnell Aluminum
09.1997 - Current
- Debugged and modified Type software components.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Designed new product elements such as image recognition, hand writing recognition, audio, video and device-to-device communication.
- Assessed costs and risks associated with developing new features and products.
- Performed regression and system-level testing to verify software quality prior to release.
- Worked closely with clients to establish specifications and system designs.
- Modified existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware and improve performance.
- Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
- Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
- Collaborated with product management to design, build and test systems.
- Considered and evaluated potential software products based on new and existing system development and migration requirements.
- Implemented innovative systems for data collection.
- Streamlined workflows by automating repetitive tasks using advanced programming techniques and tools.
- Increased efficiency by designing and implementing new software applications for various business processes.
- Improved system performance by conducting thorough analysis of existing code and recommending necessary modifications.
- Provided technical guidance to junior team members, fostering a positive learning environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Led training sessions for end-users, promoting the adoption of new software applications across the organization.
Assistant IT Manager
Fine Distributing
06.1988 - 08.1997
- Optimized server infrastructure through virtualization technologies, significantly reducing hardware costs while maintaining high performance levels.
- Spearheaded the migration to cloud-based services, enhancing scalability and flexibility while reducing overall operational expenses.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during major system upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations while achieving targeted outcomes.
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate favorable contracts, optimizing resource allocation and cost savings.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Computer And Information Systems
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA06.1989
Skills
- Object-oriented programming
- Strong debugging skills
- Data analysis expertise
- Software management
- Query writing
- Enterprise resource planning
- Code analysis
- Code troubleshooting
- SQL analysis
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- End user support
- Decision-making
- Customer support
Timeline
Senior Programmer Analyst
Bonnell Aluminum
09.1997 - Current
Assistant IT Manager
Fine Distributing
06.1988 - 08.1997
Associate Of Applied Science - Computer And Information Systems
Chattahoochee Technical College
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