Seasoned software development leader with 10+ years of experience managing high-performing teams, driving application modernization, and delivering innovative technology solutions. Proven track record in digital transformation, cloud migration, inventory management systems, artificial intelligence integration, and enterprise software development. Expert in Agile methodologies, project management, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration.
Core Competencies:
- Software Development Leadership | Team Management | Budget Management
- Digital Transformation | Cloud Migration | AI/ML Integration
- Inventory Control Systems | E-commerce Platforms | Database Management
- Project Management | Agile/Scrum | DevOps | CI/CD
- Stakeholder Management | Strategic Planning | Change Management
- Python | Java | C# | JavaScript | Angular | MySQL | SQL Server
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Reduced development time by 60% through framework standardization
- Achieved 90% improvement in analytics reporting accuracy
- Generated $2M+ in cost savings through process automation
- Maintained 99.5% system uptime across enterprise applications
- Led successful migration of 22 enterprise properties to new ERP system
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Director, Software, Applications, & Inventory Control
Sun & Ski Sports | Stafford, TX | Aug 2024 – Present
- Strategic Leadership: Defined and executed comprehensive IT development roadmaps, aligning business objectives with technology solutions across software development, inventory management, and digital transformation initiatives
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with business stakeholders to develop future vision and strategy, prioritizing features, technical debt reduction, and operational improvements to meet organizational objectives
- Process Optimization: Implemented and optimized Jira workflows and project management processes, reducing ticket resolution time by 10% through streamlined processes and improved team visibility
- Budget Management: Developed and managed IT budgets exceeding $2M annually, balancing fiscal responsibility with strategic investments in innovative technologies to drive growth and operational efficiency
- Performance Management: Introduced KPIs and performance metrics, enabling data-driven decision-making and fostering accountability across development teams
- Cloud Migration: Led enterprise-wide modernization efforts by migrating legacy systems to scalable cloud-based architectures (AWS/Azure), ensuring long-term sustainability and cost efficiency
- Inventory Control Systems: Spearheaded inventory control initiatives, implementing real-time synchronization between store POS systems and warehouse management systems, resulting in 95% stock accuracy and reduced inventory discrepancies
- AI Integration: Integrated artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities into e-commerce platform, enhancing customer experience through personalized recommendations, intelligent search functionality, and automated customer support chatbots
- Digital Transformation: Identified and leveraged opportunities for digital transformation and business process automation, driving initiatives that improved operational efficiency by 25% and reduced manual processes
- Project Management: Oversaw 15+ concurrent IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget using Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management best practices
- Vendor Management: Coordinated with project teams, stakeholders, and third-party vendors to ensure successful project outcomes, maintaining clear communication channels and managing cross-functional dependencies
- IT Service Management: Partnered with IT service management process owners to provide service excellence, including incident management, problem management, and change management processes maintaining 99.5% system uptime
- Stakeholder Relations: Established and maintained strong relationships with C-level executives and business stakeholders, managing expectations and providing regular updates through executive dashboards and strategic planning sessions
Development Manager
cPanel LLC | Houston, TX | Mar 2021 – Oct 2023
- Team Leadership: Led 5 development teams comprising 20+ software engineers, managing daily development activities and ensuring timely product releases in Agile environment supporting cPanel application ecosystem
- Budget Administration: Developed department budgets, forecasted financial needs, and maintained budget parameters while meeting company financial objectives and ROI targets
- Product Management: Collaborated with Product Management and Agile Services teams to ensure efficient product delivery to market using Scrum methodology and sprint planning
- Framework Development: Managed development of Angular framework standards and reusable components, helping UI development teams achieve 60% reduction in development time and improved code quality
- Analytics Implementation: Implemented MixPanel analytics system integration, resulting in 90% improvement in reporting accuracy of cPanel application usage and customer behavior tracking
- Technology Upgrades: Managed upgrade of Python open-source libraries from version 2.6 to 3.10, ensuring security compliance and performance optimization
- Database Standardization: Led standardization of database usage across cPanel application, implementing MySQL as standard database solution and improving system performance
Sr Manager App Development
United Airlines | Houston, TX | Feb 2016 – Dec 2020
- Systems Integration: Focused on integrating disparate systems and reducing operational costs through strategic technology solutions and enterprise architecture planning
- Budget Management: Managed CapEx and OpEx budgets for software development, solution architecture, and data initiatives, including vendor relationship management
- Security Solutions: Collaborated with Travel Security team to identify innovative technical solutions, reducing countries integration processing time by 80% through automation
- Mobile Application Development: Implemented mobile application for Airport Operations providing holistic view of work areas, enabling faster decision-making and improving customer service turnaround ratio by 60%
- Process Automation: Collaborated with Airports and Corporate Fueling team to implement automated fuel request system, generating $2 million in cost savings within first month of implementation
- Application Modernization: Oversaw upgrades of enterprise applications using Java, C#, .NET, and other programming languages, ensuring scalability and performance optimization
Development Manager
Boyd Gaming | Las Vegas, NV | Jan 2012 – Jan 2016
- Enterprise Integration: Provided oversight of enterprise-level integration efforts with third-party vendors to replace legacy systems supporting property and customer management systems
- Legacy System Migration: Phased out centralized iSeries platform using RPG/DB2, migrating to centralized Microsoft SQL/.NET environment and integrating distributed property systems
- ERP Implementation: Ensured ERP migration had minimal impact on daily operations across 22 company properties and headquarters, maintaining business continuity
- System Reporting: Collaborated with IT Audit Team to develop iSeries system reports using Java for compliance and operational reporting
Programmer
Various Companies | Las Vegas, NV | Jan 2012 – Jan 2016
- Application Development: Developed collection agency applications using RPG and Visual RPG for asset management companies in California
- System Performance: Improved ERP system performance for HR, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and Supply Departments, achieving 95% system uptime
- Custom Solutions: Developed and maintained attendance tracking program for road supervisors and HR department to monitor driver performance patterns
Seaman E-3
US Navy | Various Locations | Jul 1989 – Jul 1997
- Military Service: Honorably served in United States Navy with focus on technical operations and leadership development
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Data Analytics
Western Governor University | Salt Lake City, UT | Expected Jun 2027
Computer Science Diploma
Coleman College | San Diego, CA | Feb 1996
Digital Marketing Certificate
Texas A & M Texarkana | Texarkana, TX | Jun 2023
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Programming Languages: Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, SQL, HTML, CSS
Frameworks & Libraries: Angular, .NET, React, Node.js, Spring Boot
Databases: MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DB2
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform
Project Management: Jira, Confluence, Agile, Scrum, Kanban
Analytics: MixPanel, Google Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization
Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, Unix