Sr. Java Developer

ANDREW CARR

** ******** *****, ***********, ***** Carolina, 28787

423-***-**** **************@*****.***

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR / PROGRAMMER

Client / Server Environment * Programming * Database Management * System Maintenance and Upgrades * Hardware and Software Troubleshooting * Web Applications / Services * Systems Analysis * Time Management * Leadership

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Strategic and highly skilled professional with eight years of experience in developing, modifying, fixing and designing applications in Agile / Scrum environments; providing database support; as well as setting up and maintaining networks. Possess diversified background in Java, C, Perl and .NET software platforms, extensive database experience with Postgres, MySQL, JavaDB, DB2, MSSQL and others, using frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate and Struts, architectures including MVC and EJB, as well as Microsoft and Oracle technologies. Proven success in designing and implementing database solutions that optimize business functionality, as well as in programming technologies that save costs, enhance performance, and deliver positive bottom line results.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Software Development Lifecycle

Software Maintenance and Support

Computer Graphic Design

Team Leadership and Training

Coding

Project Management

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Database Administration

Network Design and Implementation

Hardware Troubleshooting and Repair

SQL Anti-Patterns

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Aquent Asheville, NC (Full Time – 40 hours / wk) July 2010-Present

Java Developer

Develop Java web applications / servlets / jsp in a cloud environment utilizing many frameworks and architectures.

Use of the following technologies: J2EE/EJBs, JSP, Servlets, request management/handling (REST style), Spring, Struts, Javascript, HTML, XML, Soap, CSS, Maven2, Ant, Make.

Tomcat application design.

Database maintenance and incorporation, mainly Postgres 8+ and Sybase.

Dean Foods Corporation Johnson City, TN (Full Time – 40 hours / wk) March 2009-July 2010

Java Developer

Administer the iSeries mainframe system as well as handle user account setups, writer setups, system management, job management, and problem resolution to support plant operations.

Work collaboratively with teams in diagnosing and troubleshooting problems present in the mainframes.

Oversee all aspects of database management, including design, maintenance, back up / support, as well as personnel education/ training.

Modify and update various databases to be used for .NET and Java software platforms, which include DB2, MySQL, and MS SQL Oracle.

Development using the Spring and Struts frameworks and development of SOAP based web services.

Developed both web-based and stand-alone applications, using JAVA, .NET, J2EE, CPP, PHP, Javascript, HTML, XML, CSS, Servlet/JSP/Jface creation, and request handling.

Support an existing production mainframe environment by designing, writing, and changing software.

NewAppIdea.com (Consultant Work) July 2008-Present

Java Developer

Developed mobile Java applications on the android framework utilizing JAVA, C++, PHP, Javascript, HTML, XML, CSS and more.

Managed the development of all applications utilizing good practice and a solid understanding of the SDLC.

Designed and implemented MySQL and Postgres databases.

Emerging Technology Center, Johnson City, TN (Part Time – 20 hours / wk) July 2008–January 2009

PHP/Java Developer

Developed web applications using PHP and Java technologies.

Designed, deployed EJBs and Web Tier applications.

Utilized multiple database softwares, mainly MySQL.

Campbell’s Pools and Spa, Knoxville, TN (Full Time – 40 hours / wk) March 2006-July 2008

CAD Design System Administrator, SAGE II/III

Applied creativity and CAD knowledge as well as utilized CAD software in designing pools. Administered small in-house Microsoft Windows network.

Network / Software support for staff.

Professional Computer Services, Knoxville, TN:Johnson City, TN

(Part Time 15-30 hours / wk) Jan 2001-Feb 2003:March 2006-July 2010

Java/Web Development/Consultant

Sole proprietorship, consulting firm specializing in web application development using Java, .NET, HTML, XML, CSS, J2EE, C++, PHP, Javascript, Soap and more. Servlet, JSP, Jface creation, request handling.

Maintain database platforms including DB2, MySQL, Postgres, Sybase, MSSQL and Oracle.

Use of the Spring and Struts frameworks developing robust and secure web applications.

End user support for networks and various software applications.

Implemented software at Zak's furniture including overhauling entire network to meet new software specific requirements, managed software upgrade from older dos based applications to Windows based Java applications. Implemented new features in their retail furniture software.

Designed (included purchasing parts and assembling custom server solutions) and Implemented Microsoft server solutions, including, Active Directory Structures, Domain Controllers, IIS, Domain Forests, Exchange, SQL.

Operation Iraqi Freedom, Kuwait/Iraq (Full Time – 40 hours /wk) June 2004-March 12, 2006

ISP Owner/Operator

Coordinated the entire operations of the start-up internet provision company. Managed company and 100 clients for entire year in the area of operation, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.

24x7 End user support of wireless technologies on Microsoft Windows clients.

Package Express Centers, Greeneville, TN (Full Time – 40 hours / wk) 2003-2004

Technical Support / Software Support, SAGE I/II

Acted as technical support to end users on proprietary software-related matters. Designed and programmed test software in support to software development team projects. Utilized various technologies, such as C/C++, .NET C#/VB, and MS SQL.

Created / Developed / Maintained multiple database servers running Oracle 9 and SQL Server 2000 (Microsoft).

Zak’s Furniture, Johnson City, TN (Full Time – 40 hours wk) January 2002-January2003

Network Administrator

Maintained the integrity of network connections, which consisted of multiple Microsoft client machines, servers, and Cisco network hardware.

24x7 Support of network hardware / Profit Systems Software (approximately 40 end users), MYSQL databases and Microsoft Servers.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology, Major in Information Technology

East Tennessee State University – Johnson City, TN (Expected Graduation: Fall 2011)

Power Generation Equipment Repair 52D10

Aberdeen Proving Ground, Aberdeen, MD

TRAINING

.NET Framework Application Development Foundation

Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist Training

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Training

Windows Forms Application Development C#

Sun Certified Java Programmer Self Study CD

Certification Test Scheduled (June 2011)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Software Development Lifecycle

IBM Mainframe ISPF/TSO in Z environments

End-user Support

.NET Programming

Object-Oriented Programming Techniques

I.O.S. Programming

JAVA

Agile Programming Techniques

UNIX System Administration

C/CPP

Application Development

Network Administration

Database Administration

Technical Writing

Crystal Reports

Source Version Control

Linux Operating System

AFFILIATIONS

Member, Association of Computing Machinery, National Chapter

President, Local Association of Computing Machinery at ETSU

Veterans Association – Veterans of Foreign Wars

AWARDS AND HONORS

Certificate of Achievement (ETSU) | 3rd out of 27 teams, ACM Programming Competition (2009)

Certificate of Completion | Top 60 out of thousands of competitors, IBM Master the Mainframe Competition (2009)

Certificate of Appreciation for Service and Tireless Dedication, Kuwait Ministry of Interior (2005)

Certificate of Appreciation for rendering outstanding support while deployed in Kuwait during the Operation Iraqi Freedom (2005)

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