SHAWN METTLER

Senior Software Engineer Warsaw, IN 46580 ad4dqm@r.postjobfree.com 574-***-****

Professional Summary

Results-focused Software Engineer with over 20 years' experience in management and software engineering. Adept frontend and backend, problem-solving, and cross-team collaboration to deliver business impact. Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS, DTS, WPF,

SSIS, Python, Web Services, Jira, .NET, C#,

VB.NET, ASP.NET, HTML, CSS, JavaScript,

AWS, Agile, SharePoint, Power BI

Adaptability, Collaboration, Leadership,

Problem-solving, Creativity, Communication,

Time Management, Self-motivated,

Attention to Detail, Active Listening

Work History

Director of IT May 2023 - December 2023

Warsaw Chemical Warsaw, IN

• Rapidly mastered Deacom ERP, delivering data-driven reports (SQL Server, .NET, Power BI, Excel) to optimize operations and provide timely troubleshooting for critical business issues.

• Revitalized SharePoint with a focus on UI enhancements, content restructuring, and departmental integration, driving a 20% increase in platform adoption and cross-team collaboration.

• Initiated the development of a real-time production dashboard (SQL Server, .NET Core, C#, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap) to replace manual paper and stopwatch process, to increase production efficiency and insights.

• Conducted a strategic ERP evaluation, leading cross-functional collaboration to identify system gaps and optimize existing investments. This data-driven approach informed cost-benefit analysis and ensured operational continuity.

• Managed the IT budget strategically, implementing cost controls and targeted investments to maximize resource allocation and financial efficiency.

• Modernized IT operations by automating asset management, ticketing, and expense tracking, reducing resolution times and unlocking 15% of IT staff capacity for strategic initiatives. Senior Software Engineer July 2022 - December 2022 Bridgestone Murfreesboro, TN

• Developed comprehensive system documentation vital for operational continuity. Crafted detailed knowledge transfer artifacts streamlining onboarding and minimizing support-related disruptions, reducing troubleshooting time by 10%.

• Enhanced automated caption generation processes (.NET Core, SQL Server, etc.) to eliminate mislabeling errors, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

• Led daily help desk operations, providing swift resolution of critical technical issues across .NET technologies and SQL solutions (SSIS, SSRS, Stored Procedures).

Senior Software Engineer April 2022 - July 2022

Pivotal Solutions / Technicolor Remote

• Refactored a highly convoluted legacy codebase with outdated documentation. Despite limited debugging tools, my comprehensive analysis and code restructuring improved maintainability and reduced code by 20%.

• Documented a complex legacy system (VB6, SQL Server) in a 500-page technical design guide to preserve institutional knowledge and enable smooth transitions.

• Collaborated with IT to develop a comprehensive migration strategy for critical Windows & SQL environments, prioritizing risk mitigation, compatibility, and operational continuity. Senior Software Engineer June 2019 - July 2021

Real Staffing / Depuy Synthes Warsaw, IN Remote

• Rapidly mastered acquired hip navigation software, delivering timely fixes and support across a complex tech stack (.Net Core, .Net Framework, Web Services, ASP.NET SQL Server, SQLite, etc.) to ensure uninterrupted clinical use.

• Enhanced hip navigation software (WPF, iOS, Xamarin) by optimizing frontend and backend design, resulting in improved user experience and system performance.

• Safeguarded FDA compliance for hip navigation software by revising and creating 80+ critical documents, mitigating risk and ensuring patient safety.

Founder / Senior Software Engineer June 2012 - June 2019 Teklution Danbury, CT Remote

• Designed and implemented a real-time data dashboard for a top construction firm, empowering data-driven decision- making and accelerating operational efficiency by 20%. Built using ASP.NET MVC 5, C#, jQuery, Kendo UI, SQL Server, and Dapper, this tool streamlined project tracking and improved reporting accuracy.

• Developed and enhanced over 200 SQL Server stored procedures and DTS packages that shared data with an AS/400 system for Stumps Party E-commerce website.

• Analyzed and enhanced 50+ critical .NET applications for Windows 7 compatibility, ensuring seamless operations for Honda. Co-Founder / Senior Software Engineer May 2008 - June 2012 Hypersonic Technologies Fort Wayne, IN

• Orchestrated a successful client base merger, acquiring 3 new clients, boosting annual revenue by 15%, and fostering cross- industry innovation.

• Revamped a critical ECM software suite for Regal Beloit, prioritizing user experience enhancements and performance optimizations to streamline production processes.

• Developed and implemented a robust wireless inventory management solution for multiple manufacturing clients, reducing inventory discrepancies by 15% and streamlining operations.

• Replaced a legacy quotation tool for a top construction firm with a custom-built solution, eliminating errors, enhancing data accuracy, and optimizing AS/400 workflow integration. Co-Founder / Senior Software Engineer September 2006 - May 2008 Voom Software Fort Wayne, IN

• Led a cross-functional team of 20 (developers, sales, administration), strategically prioritizing tasks and resources to deliver multiple projects on time and within budget.

• Automated a manual provider directory process, slashing turnaround time by 80%. Facilitated seamless team adoption through training, driving significant efficiency gains.

• Developed a customer-facing .NET web portal for Tyson Foods, featuring custom controls and a feedback system. Successfully managed project scope, boosting web traffic and brand engagement.

• Consolidated 25 legacy Access systems into a centralized web portal for Our Sunday Visitor, enhancing workflow efficiency, data accessibility, and reporting capabilities.

Education

Strayer University - Washington D.C. May 2016

Bachelor of Science - Information Systems

Certifications

Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)

Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)

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