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Engineer Software

Location:
Minneapolis, MN, 55416
Posted:
October 21, 2010

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JULIUS MUGABE Cell: (***)

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abiqpd@r.postjobfree.com

Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

OBJECTIVE

I'm seeking a challenging position in software configuration management

where I can leverage my broad software skills in revolutionary ways.

PROFILE

. Customer-focused and resourceful software engineer with experience in

releasing software products and providing technical support.

. Broad-based expertise in configuring/managing defect tracking systems,

version control repositories, test case management tools, builds

automation tools. Also, creating installers, scripting and software

testing.

. Motivated by challenges and readily adapt to new technologies,

projects, teams, systems and tools.

. Possess strong commitment and dedication to team environments with the

ability to contribute expertise and implement leadership directives at

appropriate times.

TECHNICAL AND SPECIALIZED SKILLS

Platforms: Windows XP, W7 and 2003/2008 Server, Ubuntu Linux,

OpenSolaris, VMware ESX, Citrix XenServer, VirtualBox.

Languages: C#, C++, Java, SQL, XML, XSLT, JavaScript, VBScript, HTML, PHP,

Powershell, Perl.

Databases: SQL Server 2005, MySQL.

Tools: MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio, MS Sharepoint, Crystal

Reports, Rally, Code Collaborator, Quality Center, BuildForge,

ClearQuest, Clearcase, Perforce, Jira, NAnt, CruiseControl.NET,

Subversion, Hudson, Maven and Team Foundation Server, Windows

Installer XML (WiX) and InstallShield.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Continuous Integration Engineer 2

Mar 2009 - Present, Vital Images Inc, Minnetonka, MN

. Maintaining source code revision tools namely Subversion, ClearCase,

and Perforce.

. Coordinating with development teams to keep source code organized and

builds as fast as possible.

. Creating Automated Builds with CruiseControl.NET and NAnt.

. Coordinating with test teams to automatically test builds.

. Producing, storing, and publishing clear metrics.

. Working with developers to produce Windows Installer Packages (.msi)

using InstallShield.

. Testing all 3rd party hardware and software components that are to be

integrated with products sold by Vital Images.

. Providing guidance on new technologies, assisting in process

definition, documentation and continuous improvement in best

practices, and assisting in the development and deployment of Vital

Images products and services.

. Maintaining Code Collaborator (Source Code Inspection tool), HP

Quality Center (Software Test management system), ClearQuest

(Feature/Bug management system), Rally (Project management system).

. Evaluate, recommend and implement new tools.

. Managing Maven builds on Hudson, also created the same builds on linux

for a prototype project.

. I was part of the team that implemented Jira as the new enterprise

tool that manages defects, features, testcase management and I.T

tickets. I manage the day to day administration of this tool for the

engineering department.

. I Integrated managed and unmanaged unit tests with continuous

integration and nightly builds.

Infrastructure and Support Engineer

Dec 2007 - Mar 2009, Vital Images Inc, Minnetonka, MN

. Trouble-shot complex problems and research resolutions (via analyzing,

testing or modifying computer systems/programs, consulting with

manufacturers etc).

. Assisted with hardware support to internal customers. Also functioned

as a liaison between the system manufacturer and the customer, when

needed.

. Assisted internal customers to solve ViTAL product issues e.g.

installer issues, build issues etc.

. Helped with customizing some workflow in HP Quality Center using

VBscript.

. Provided excellent support to end users in ClearCase/ClearQuest/UCM/

integrated environment.

. Successfully migrated ViTALConnect source code repository from Visual

Source Safe to Perforce.

. Administered Perforce source code repository.

. Designed the Infrastructure database using SQL Server 2005 that stored

source code and build metric data as well as ViTAL product versioning

information.

. Designed new procedures and processes for data-related handset tickets

reported by customers to increase customer satisfaction.

. Worked with the IT department to resolve some technical issues.

. Supported development projects and work with project

customers/stakeholders to understand their system needs and develop a

plan to integrate new capabilities.

. Administered ClearQuest including product support, schema migrations,

problem and issue management.

. Maintained, troubleshoot, and improve automated application build

systems and processes.

. Monitored the review of released change data and change accounting

activities to ensure adherence to configuration management procedures

and policies.

. Created automated scripts, hooks, and triggers in

ClearCase/ClearQuest.

. Participated in the requirements, design, and implementation of new

ClearQuest Databases.

. Created new Clearcase VOBS for customers as needed.

. Upgraded the ClearQuest customer database/s to implement PROD changes.

. Trained development teams in the usage of ClearCase and ClearQuest.

. Successfully used the RSM tool to mine ClearCase and Perforce source

code repositories for statistical data or metrics e.g. lines of code,

code complexities, comparing builds etc. This information was in turn

published on Sharepoint.

Software Engineer Intern (Part Time)

May 2006 - Dec 2007, Vital Images Inc, Minnetonka, MN

. Helped in re-structuring the existing IBM Rational ClearQuest (CQ) by

adding some new customizations, redefining the state-machine and field

dependencies.

. Ensured that the company is effectively and correctly using the

ClearQuest by providing internal training sessions and a publishing

user guide on the intranet.

. Provided UCM/SCM user support and perform some administration tasks on

ClearQuest and IBM Rational ClearCase.

. I was part of the team that implemented MS Sharepoint and later did

administration of the same.

Technical Support Consultant (Student Job)

Sept 2005 - May 2006, University of St.Thomas, St.Paul, MN

. Installed, configured, monitored and maintained computer systems and

networks.

. Took staff and students through a series of actions - either face-to-

face or over the telephone.

. Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving

hardware/software faults.

. Provided support documentation, including procedural documentation.

. Performed some administrative tasks like setting up new user accounts

for the network or a particular system.

. Worked continuously on a task until completion (or referral to third

parties, if appropriate).

. Prioritized and managed several open cases at one time.

. Rapidly establishing a good working relationship with strangers in

their premises to make necessary repairs (contract businesses).

. Conducted electrical safety checks on computer equipment.

IT Instructor/Hardware

Feb 2003 - Aug 2005, Aptech Worldwide, Kampala, Uganda

. Trained students/participants in various I.T disciplines i.e.

hardware, networking, basic programming, database management and web

designing.

. Delivered learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom

environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as

effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.

. Promoted student success by showing flexibility in style and work

schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and

engaging students in the learning process.

. Managed the learning environment through keeping accurate records,

submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing

school/campus academic and attendance policies.

. Contributed to a learning culture by participating on curriculum and

system task forces, supporting local campus events such as orientation

and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and

meetings.

EDUCATION

Ms. in Software Engineering

Sept 2005 - Dec 2007, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN

Bachelors in Information Technology

Jan 2001 - Dec 2003, Manipal University, Manipal, India

Professional Training:

. Scrum Training

03/21/08 - 03/23/08, Vital Images Inc

. Certificate in Computer Networking & Hardware

Jan 2004 - Mar 2004, New Delhi, India

References:

Alex Dietz

Mgr II, Software V&V

St. Jude Medical

651-***-****

abiqpd@r.postjobfree.com

Michael Meissner

VP Software Research and Development

Omnyx, LLC (UPMC & GE Health Care)

abiqpd@r.postjobfree.com or abiqpd@r.postjobfree.com

412-***-****

Sushil Sedhain

Sr. Test Engineer

Vital Images, Inc

abiqpd@r.postjobfree.com

612-***-****



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