Software Project

Summary

Cover Letter

Current?Location US: Lambertville, MI

Industry

Information Technology

Compensation

Current: 70000

Desired: 75000

Willing?to?Relocate? Yes

Preferred?Locations,

Travel Availability

My?Perfect Job

Desired?Title

Cover Letter

Dear Hiring Manager: If you are seeking a forward-thinking, performance-driven, and

quality focused Java Web Designer and Developer who consistently delivers solid results,

you will be interested in the experience and the accomplishments highlighted in the

attached resume. I am currently looking to relocate, do not own my own home, and am very

mobile. Technical adaptability, determination, and innovative thinking are the key

attributes that have contributed to my success during my last eight years in increasingly

responsible Software Engineering positions. Through a balanced combination of technical

?know-how,? interpersonal skills, and leadership initiative, I offer your company a

demonstrated ability to exceed customers? expectations with products and services that

will make their jobs easier, save time, and increase revenue. Recognizing that being an

effective Java Web Developer and Software Engineering professional involves more than

working with computers, my efforts are focused on making things less burdensome for users

and strengthening my team?s relationship with customers. When it comes to problem solving,

I am quick to adopt the users? perspective in order define the human side of the

engineering equation. In summary, my work is rewarded when my customers are happy because

I?ve made their work easier, and less time intensive, by meeting their needs through

innovative solutions. Currently, I am exploring opportunities that would benefit a

company?s success and serve as a source of new software development possibilities. I

believe my expertise would be a value to a company looking for effective leadership and

direction. The attached resume summarizes my achievements, experience and other

information you will find helpful in the understanding of my background. If you are

seeking software design and development skills, in addition to leadership from someone

with my qualifications, experience, and track record, I would welcome a personal

interview. I appreciate you taking time to review my credentials. Sincerely, Patrick Gray,

Java Web Developer

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Resume

JAVA WEB DEVELOPER

Focused, analytical professional with strong engineering and technology background,

complemented by over seven years of work experience in analyzing, designing, and

developing object-oriented-software deliverables in Java/J2EE and C++. Accustomed to

maintaining high ethical and quality standards, professional demeanor, and cooperative

attitude. Proven record of success in reducing downtime, enhancing technicality, saving

costs, and improving customer satisfaction. Combined excellent technical qualifications

with achievements in quality improvement. Equipped with in-depth knowledge of UML, XML,

database development, and software design patterns. Excelled at time management, high

performance team building, and implementation of best practice methodologies.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

* Software Engineering

* Java Enterprise Development

* Web Development

* Software Architecture

* O.O. Development

* Web Platforms

* Software Deployment

* Business Analysis

* Infrastructure Architecture

* Application Server Platforms

* Software Configuration Management

* Technical Documentation

* Software Standards

* Desktop Platforms

* Requirements Engineering

* Software Testing

* Iterative DevelopmentPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Technical Lead2009

Softtek Consultant at General Electric, Shelton CT

*Monitored export control and security activities for enterprise search team

*Led and assisted offshore teams in maintaining enterprise Java applications

*Researched open source enterprise federated search and search engine optimization

solutions

*Proposed, designed, and developed J2EE Struts2, jQuery, iText application for Search

Engine Optimization

Software Developer IV (J2EE Development)

2008-2009

Cabela\'s Corporate Headquarters, Sidney, NE

* Upgraded Intranet JSP/Servlet Java 3tier application to guarantee profitability from

Internet-site-customer sales (www.cabelas.com)

* Development Tools Used: Eclipse, Subversion (code repository), Ant, and Junit

* Collaborated with marketing departments and implemented effective strategies to

increase customer retention and sales while minimizing marketing labor hours

* Facilitated and maintained e-mail marketing applications, which resulted in revenue

increase

* Improved company search engine optimization efforts working with Marketing department

* Worked with database schemas in order to effectively modify SQL statements in Intranet

J2EE application

* Taught at company Java team meetings on Software Patterns and on Search Engine

Optimization (SEO

)

Embedded Systems Software Engineer2004-2008General Dynamics Land Systems, Sterling Heights, MI

* Strategically engineered and implemented object oriented C++ embedded systems to

support Future Combat Systems software development

* Played an integral role in the entire software development life cycle, including

analysis, design with UML, and software implementation

* Developed Java application for sophisticated prototype Future Combat System Program,

utilizing Java Swing and XML libraries for XML configuration editing

* Efficiently analyzed and examined Java-OneSAF military-simulation-training application

to enhance software training application in JAVA/J2EE

* Orchestrated and initiated the use of Microsoft DirectX and C++ prototype application

for Command and Control Vehicle (C2V) team in developing joystick-driven prototype

application; employed outstanding knowledge of game programming

* Executed and developed object oriented C++ and Java Swing prototyping code, and

improved code using Xerces-C++ libraries, Makefiles, and shell scripting in a Linux

environment

* Configured, designed, and developed C++ project using UML and Rational Rose effective

software training for U.S. Army

* Facilitated the integration testing of C++ application using industry-standard

procedures to support applications development

Software Engineer (Java Web Development)

2001-2004ProQuest Company, Ann Arbor, MI

* Administered and provided technical support to other staff on software projects to

implement 3tier-internet applications utilizing Eclipse and Oracle databases, which

increased company sales and profitability

* Worked collaboratively with senior level management team on implementation of JAVA

Swing and J2EE Intranet and Internet applications on the Linux Platform utilizing Apache

Tomcat and MySql

* Implemented Perl/CGI scripts for data mining and report generation to support and

enhance business processes

EDUCATION AND OTHER CREDENTIALS

Doctorate in Computer Science, concentration in Enterprise Information Systems, Colorado

Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO

2012

M.S. in Computer Information Systems (magna cum laude), Eastern Michigan University,

Ypsilanti, MI -Topics included software design with UML and database development with

Oracle.

2001

A.S. in Respiratory Therapy (cum laude), Monroe County Community College, Monroe, MI

1994

B.A. in Economics (cum laude with high honor), Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI

1991

MASTERS LEVEL CERTIFICATE IN JAVA ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT (GPA 3.75),

Regis University

Topics included Web Architecture, JSP, Servlets, Struts, Hibernate, EJB, Apache Tomcat,

JBoss and MySql.

2008

TRAINING AND MEMBERSHIPS

ACM Member

Databases

Project Management

UML Modeling

Information Security

Software Testing

Marketing

Accounting

Statistics

Technical Writing

Visual Basic

SELECTED PROJECTS

CABELA\'S WORLD HEADQUARTERS

Project: Wilma Internet Site Configuration Tool

Served as SME; worked with J2EE servlets, JSP, ATG Dynamo application server, and JDBC in

developing and maintaining an in-house 3tier enterprise application for configuring

Internet customer site (www.cabelas.com). Collaborated with marketing department to

increase business profits, reduce labor hours, and improve company?s search engine

optimization strategy. Earned personal and team recognition for increasing Internet

customer sales by 300%. Utilized Eclipse, Junit, and Subversion (code repository).

GENERAL DYNAMICS

Project: JAVA XML File Editor

Designed and developed Java Swing application for high-profile prototype on the Future

Combat Systems Program in two-man team. Used advanced Java UI Swing and XML libraries for

XML configuration file editing.

Project: OneSAF Java Application Analysis

Analyzed and prepared documentation as part of gap-requirements analysis on large

military-centric training application developed in Java/J2EE.

Project: DirectX Application

Worked with Command and Control Vehicle (C2V) team in developing joystick-driven

prototype application utilizing Altia, Microsoft Visual C++, and Microsoft DirectX

libraries.

Project: Future Combat Systems Embedded Training Prototype Effort

Designed and developed C++ and Java Swing prototyping code. Worked with XML-RPC, Java

Swing, and C++ wxWidgets GUI libraries. Created code utilizing Xerces C++ libraries,

Makefiles, and shell scripting in a Linux environment.

Project: FCS Embedded Training VTMS Application

Progressed with software team through analysis, design, development, and testing phases

in developing large-embedded-military application developed with the use of UML, XML, and

C++ and using Rational Rose for creating UML use-case, class, sequence, and state

diagrams.

PROQUEST COMPANY

Project: XanEdu, HeritageQuest (www.heritagequest.com), and CD-ROM Project Groups

Actively participated in team implementation of Java Swing and J2EE Intranet and Internet

Web applications. Worked alongside senior level management on projects utilizing Java

Swing, XML, networking, and Servlet libraries. Utilized Apache Web Server, JavaScript, and

MySQL database.

SELECTED TESTIMONIALS

?Patrick is one of the brightest developers I have ever had on my team. He asks the right

questions, focuses on the right problems first and gets the work assigned to him completed

in a timely manner.? January 10, 2009

--Scott Johnstone, Internet Solutions Delivery Manager, Cabela\'s

?I\'d like to take this opportunity to extend a recommendation, to whom it may concern,

concerning a former colleague of mine at General Dynamics named Patrick Gray. Patrick is a

highly qualified software developer who, at GD, worked in the Embedded Training functional

area of the Future Combat System FCS. Patrick demonstrated exceptional skill and

dedication in performing all aspects of the software development process, from systems

requirements analysis, software design, coding, testing, and documentation. Patrick\'s

unique skills include an intuitive grasp of object-oriented concepts, strong Java

expertise, and the ability to rapidly develop clear understanding of important project

goals and priorities. I highly recommend Patrick Gray to any organization in need of a

qualified and dedicated software professional.? January 12, 2009

--Steven Brovero, Software Engineer, General Dynamics Land Systems

?Patrick brings a very optimistic and upbeat personality to any team. He has the ability

to pick up any skill and his technical ability allows him to adapt to any language or

platform. During the period I worked with Patrick he was dedicated to not only accomplish

a task, but to apply the best solution. This is a trait that will separate him from other

developers, as he is not only in this field for a career but he is devoted to being a

master of his trade.? January 11, 2009

--Don Cestnik, Software Developer II, Cabela\'s

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Contact Information

Patrick Gray

7148 Glenmore Drive

Lambertville, MI 48144

US

email **************@*****.***

Phone: 703-***-****

Phone: 703-***-****

Industry: Information Technology

City: Lambertville

State: MI

Zip: 48144

Country: US

Date: 00000000

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