WILLIAM KARIKARI-MENSAH

**** ******* ****

Phone: 518-***-****

Fort Worth, TX 76112

E-mail: acexc1@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Looking for Software Developer position in an innovative organization,

seeking to automate their business processes and functions through cutting

edge computer applications development.

SUMMARY

I am highly self motivated, innovative and flexible Software Developer with

fifteen years of progressive experience in software design and development.

I can work independently or in a team environment and can work on multiple

projects at a time. I have expertise in new software development and the

maintenance and enhancement of existing software. I have excellent

analytical skills and great oral, written, and listening communication

skills. I have strong organizational, teamwork and interpersonal

communication skills. I have mentoring experience. I like working in an

agile environment and enjoy both learning and teaching within the team. I

have the ability to produce clear technical documentation. Willing to work

on anything I am asked to work on and I am a quick learner.

I have experience in all phases of the project lifecycle, including

requirements gathering, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment,

post-production support. I have software development experience in a multi-

dimensional team setting. I have 7+ years of experience in developing web

applications/solutions using C# .NET, VB.NET, SQL Server, T-SQL,

Silverlight, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, CSS, ASP.NET, MVC, Windows

Forms, SQL, XML, Visual Studio, Java, PL/SQL, OO methodologies, Code

Reviews, TFS and Rational Clearcase Version Control System. I have

experience in Oracle database and SQL Server database.

I have 7+ years of Java development experience and strong SQL skills. I

have experience in functional programming and 8 years of experience in

developing software for the Healthcare industry, so I know HL7.

I have great customer service relationship skills. I have the ability to

apply technical skills to implement high-quality solutions for system

enhancements or problem corrections. I am good in applying logical methods

to solve difficult problems and generate effective solutions through

accurate and appropriate analysis.

I have experience working with users in identifying workflows and gathering

requirements. I am good in communicating technical issues in business terms

and good in interacting with users. I have ability to communicate with all

levels within an organization. I have the ability to design effective

systems based on user requirements.

I have a Master's Degree in Computer information Systems. I have a lot of

object-oriented programming and web development experience.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES: Java/J2EE, Oracle Forms and Reports, Oracle DBMS,

SQL, PL/SQL Programming, Application Express (APEX), Pascal, Cobol, C, C++,

Visual Basic, MUMPS, Access (SQL, QBE, Relational Algebra), Assembly

Language, Compatible Programming Language(CPL), CGI, Perl, HTML, HTML5,

JavaScripts, VB Scripts, jQuery, MySQL, PHP, ASP, C#, .NET, XML,

Silverlight, MVC

OPERATING SYSTEMS: Windows 3.X, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000,

Windows NT, Windows XP, Windows 7, UNIX, LINUX, DOS, VMS

APPLICATIONS: DOT's Applicant Title Management (ATM), Integrated Contract

Management System (ICMSWeb), Consultant Selection System (CSSweb),

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications, Tidal Enterprise

Scheduler, Crystal Reports, Access Management and Patient Financial

Management, 3M Connections Encoder, DRG Strategist Product, Cache,

WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Prolog, CadKey97,

DESIGN & ANALYSIS: Erwin Data Modeler, System Analysis and Design, System

Design and Implementation, User Interface Design, Computer Systems Design

and Architecture, Algorithm Analysis and Data Structures, Software

Engineering, New York State Office for Technology's System Development Life

Cycle, System Development methodologies-RAD; SCRUM; Agile Methodology

OTHER: Organizational Performance Improvement, Management Information

Systems, Web Programming, Database Management, Data Communications and

Computer Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Object-Oriented Programming,

Internet Information Systems, Rational ClearCase.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (NYSDOT), Albany, NY 2006 -

2014

Information Technology Specialist

. Develop and support web applications/solutions using C# .NET, SQL

Server, T-SQL, Silverlight, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, CSS,

ASP.NET, MVC, Windows Forms, SQL, XML, PL/SQL, Visual Studio, UI

Design and OO methodologies,Rational Clearcase Version Control

System, TFS, Code Reviews.

. Our applications were developed in ASP.NET Web Forms using C#, CSS,

html5, javascript and jQuery. For the pass 2 years we began

converting them to ASP.NET MVC.

. Responsible for supporting and adding a lot of enhancements to

NYSDOT's ATM (Applicant Title Management) System, which is a web

application for sourcing and recruiting engineers to fill

engineering positions in NYSDOT. This is a web application

developed in Java with Oracle database backend. Other New York

State agencies like Parks & Recreation, State Thruway Authority,

and New York State Public Service Commission uses NYSDOT's ATM

system to generate canvass list of qualified applicants to enable

them to hire qualified engineers from the list.

. Responsible for supporting and adding a lot of enhancements to

NYSDOT's ICMS (Integrated Contract Management System) System, which

is a web application for sourcing and recruiting consulting firms

to work on NYSDOT's projects. This is a web application developed

in Java with Oracle database backend

. Perform detailed data analysis and data modeling for new projects

and enhancements by interacting with users, design, infrastructure,

database and testing teams.

. Responsible for NYSDOT's interface with Citibank's credit card

processing, and interface with Statewide Financial Systems, which

enables the smooth payment of NYSDOT's credit card bills by the

Office of State Comptroller. This involves a lot of Oracle PL/SQL

development using stored procedures, functions and packages and

SQL.

. Provide second line support to all the systems developed.

. Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle,

including requirements gathering, design and analysis, software

development, testing, deployment and post-production support.

. Develop software following NYSDOT standards and processes and

industry best-practices.

. Participate in the testing and validation of new software to ensure

software changes are reasonably defect free.

. Develop documentation and standard procedures.

. Assist in the design of user security.

. Identify and resolve malfunctions of applications' security using

user roles for restrictions.

. Monitor versioning and access to sensitive data.

. Participate in project management and scheduling activities.

. Develop and execute unit and system test plans, as well as, assist

with system testing.

. Develop procedure manuals and technical documentation for staff and

users.

. Work with consultants in designing, constructing and implementing

applications to best meet the needs of the users.

. Support and maintain custom and commercial applications.

. I use Tidal Enterprise Scheduler to schedule the run of many

applications and some of these applications used web services.

ALBANY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY GROUP, Albany, NY

2006 - 2009

Worked Part time as Software Consultant

. Developed and supported web applications/ solutions using C# .NET,

SQL Server, T-SQL, Silverlight, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX,

CSS, ASP.NET, Windows Forms, Web Forms, SQL, XML, Visual Studio, UI

Design and OO methodologies.

. Performed detailed data analysis and data modeling for new projects

and enhancements by interacting with users, design, infrastructure,

database and testing teams.

. Ensured that quality standards were met for technical documentation

and produced solutions which satisfied the business needs of the

customers.

ECLIPSYS CORPORATION, Clifton Park, NY

1998- 2006

Software Developer

Used MUMPS/cache, Unix, VMS, HL7 standards, Java, JavaScripts, JSP, JDBC,

HTML, XML and .Net

Programming Support Department, 2003 - 2006

. Analyzed, debugged, fixed and tested software problems that were reported

by clients.

. Explained to clients how the various parts of the Access Management and

Patient Financial Management Application worked.

. Explained to clients how the various batch and real time interfaces

worked.

. Noted client's enhancement requests and made recommendations to the

development department, which resulted in improvements to subsequent

releases.

. Repeatedly commended for attention and diligence exhibited in resolving

customer issues completely and on time.

Special Projects Department, 1998 - 2003

Used MUMPS/cache, Unix, VMS, and HL7 standards, Java, JavaScripts, JSP,

JDBC, HTML, XML and .Net

. Participated in the requirement specification process for new software

functionality to ensure that definitions of

new functionality are clearly defined and understood

. Created software design specifications for functionality defined in

approved requirement specifications.

. Communicated with customer groups and business analysts with respect to

software capabilities, functionality

and design options.

. Participated in the creation and revision of Eclipsys software standards.

. Developed new batch and real time interfaces for medical and cost

accounting systems according to client's specification.

. Helped supervised and trained new workers (programmers/analysts) in the

analysis and development of new batch and real time interfaces for

medical and cost accounting systems.

. Designed and conducted feasibility studies to help identify the scope and

number of hours needed, costs, benefits, pros and cons of requested

client projects.

. Participated in meetings with client management, users, vendors and other

co-workers to determine the best options for meeting clients' project

requirements.

. Performed the full range of system development and maintenance activities

including initiation, analysis, design, construction, implementation, and

support.

. Participated in the selection process for hardware, software and

maintenance procurement..

. Due to client's satisfaction, won additional interface requests from

existing clients and contributed to the acquisition of several new

clients with value beyond $10M.

. Was awarded the Chairman's Award for consistently completing new

interfaces on time and within budget.

. Successfully ensured 100% Y2K compliance of 50+ medical facilities

through the enhancement of many existing interface programs. Received

performance earned individual bonus and commendation.

. Analyzed client's interface requirements and wrote interface

specifications for them.

. Installed new interfaces at client's sites, helped in testing and

fixed all issues that arose.

. Due to analytical and debugging/trouble shooting skills, was transferred

to Programming Support department to help in the maintenance of existing

programs.

THE COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE, Albany, NY 1998 - 2000

Graduate Lab Assistant

Used Unix, Java, JavaScripts, JSP, JDBC, PL/SQL Packages, Procedures and

Functions, Oracle DBMS, SQL, HTML, XML, C, C++, ASP, Visual Basic,

Microsoft Access, MySQL.

. Assisted students with trouble shooting problems encountered while doing

their various computer assignments in the computer lab.

. Monitored and ensured appropriate use of Lab by Saint Rose students only.

. Helped students in programming assignments.

INNOVATIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS, Clifton Park, NY 1997 - 1998

Intern

Used Unix, Java, JavaScripts, JSP, JDBC, PL/SQL Packages, Procedures and

Functions, Oracle DBMS, SQL, HTML, XML, Microsoft Access, MySQL, PHP.

. Developed software application for a job they contracted from General

Electric.

. Developed database for different wire names used on engineering drawings

using MySQL.

. Helped to maintain and enhance existing software applications.

. Did Engineering graphics. Assisted in configuration check of programmable

logic controls.

HAMADA MART, Troy, NY 1994 - 1996

Store Manager

. Performed weekly inventory and ordered all merchandise.

. Was responsible for payroll, disbursement and financial bookkeeping.

. Managed accounts receivable, accounts payable and billing.

. Supervised and evaluated store employees.

HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE/PRIVATE TUTOR, Troy, NY 1993 - 1994

Tutor

. Counseled and advised students with special educational needs including

English as a Second Language.

. Worked with students to improve their math skills, ranging from

arithmetic to calculus.

. Worked with other tutors to improve tutoring techniques.

EDUCATION

THE COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE, Albany, NY

M.S., Computer Information Systems, 2000

B.S., Computer Information Systems with a minor in Business Administration,

1998

GPA: 3.83/4.0. Awarded Presidential Scholarship and School of Business

Merit Award.

UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY, Albany, NY, 1995

Major: Accounting, Transferred to the College of Saint Rose

GPA: 3.7/4.0, Member of National Golden Key Honor Society

HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Troy, NY

A.A.S., Applied Science with a minor in Business Administration, 1995

GPA: 4.0/4.0, Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Awarded Minority

Honors Scholarship,

On National Deans List for two consecutive years.

UNIVERSITY OF HELSINKI, Helsinki, Finland, 1992

A.A.S., Statistics with a minor in Mathematics

GPA: 3.9/4.0, Awarded International Talent Scholarship

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