Craig Knapp
**** **** ***** ***** ******** Springs, Colorado 80920
***********@*******.*** 719-***-****
Summary
Software Developer with over 25 years of extensive expertise in developing innovative web services and applications. Skilled in C#, SQL, and ASP.NET, with a strong focus on enhancing application performance and pioneering security measures. Passionate about driving progress in development teams.
Technical Skills
ADO DevOps, Angular, ASP.Net, ASP.Net Core, C#, C++, CSS, Ember, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, Git, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Visual Code, MVC, MVVM, .Net, .Net Core, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Oracle, PostgreSQL, Sybase, TypeScript, Visio, WCF, WPF
Skills
Software Development, Strategic Thinking, UI Design, Problem Solving, Testing and Debugging, Troubleshooting, Code Reviews, Quality Control, Written and Verbal Communication
Experience
Programmer Contractor Sep 2021 - Jun 2024
K Force Inc Colorado Springs, Colorado
Developed commercial jet planning system components, enhancing the security of the database by adding network encryption.
Implemented UI updates in WPF and Angular, improving user experience and application performance.
Resolved performance issues in the Jet Planner app and microservices, optimizing system efficiency.
Addressed SonarQube and Coverity code issues, enhancing C# and C++ code efficiency and readability.
Development Applications: C#, C++, Angular, ADO Dev Ops, GIT, PostgreSQL, SQLite, Azure
Programmer Aug 2016 - Sep 2021
Veteran Engineering and Technology & Mission Services Colorado Springs, Colorado
Developed a full-stack eBMT app for the Air Force, boosting trainee tracking efficiency.
Designed UI components in Ember, enhancing user experience and data accuracy.
Implemented security for distributed reporting, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
Built server features with ASP.NET, improving operational efficiency.
Enhanced military training operations through precise UI design and security measures.
Development Applications: C# 6.0, Microsoft Visual Studio .Net, SQL Server 2014, Team Foundation Server 2015
Software Developer Aug 2015 – Jul 2016
Vibrant Software Newport Beach, California
Enhanced ADO/API interfaces with SQL Server, JSON, and C# for robust security and data integrity.
Built secure UI, server, and database layers using Angular, C#, and SQL Server for reliable data management.
Developed MVC server CRUD for Angular client, improving application efficiency and functionality.
Development Applications: C# 6.0, Microsoft Visual Studio .Net, SQL Server 2014, Team Foundation Server 2015, AngularJS, Java
Senior Software Developer Mar 2012 - Jul 2015
Rocky Mountain Health Plans Englewood, Colorado
Led code base updates with new web server tech, including adhering to CORE standards.
Led codebase modernization and implemented CORE 270/271 and 276/277 endpoints.
Integrated Google mapping API, optimizing PCP assessments and improving user experience.
Enhanced financial reporting processes, providing accurate insights into company standing.
Development Applications: C# 2-4.5, Microsoft Visual Studio .Net, ASP.Net 3.5, jQuery, SQL Server 2005/2008 R2/2012, Sybase, Oracle 11, Team Foundation Server (TFS), ASP.NET MVC, VB, VB.Net
Senior Software Engineer Feb 2009 - Mar 2012
Premiere Global Services Colorado Springs, Colorado
Led C# website development for conference management, enhancing product integration.
Created a localization tool, improving application accessibility and user experience.
Conducted thorough code reviews, ensuring high-quality software delivery.
Development Applications: C# 3.5, C#, Microsoft Visual Studio .Net, ASP.Net 3.5, Javascript, jQuery, SQL Server, Team Foundation Server (TFS), Telerik, ASP.NET MVC
Consultant Dec 2006 - Nov 2008
Idea Integration Englewood, Colorado
Led technical guidance for AGI's Pat project, enhancing database security and efficiency.
Converted Sybase to SQL Server, improving data management and security protocols.
Collaborated with the reporting team to develop efficient store procedures and SSRS reports.
Development Applications: C# 2.0, C#, Microsoft Visual Studio .Net, ASP.Net 2.0, SQL Server, TFS
Software Developer Contractor January 2006 to Jun 2006
Princeton Information Colorado Springs, Colorado
Develop the SLIDE product for building and debugging audio algorithms for hearing aid boards, including Monarch, Vegas, and Plymouth circuit boards. Lead the restructure of interfaces and introduction of threads to improve performance/responsiveness.
Senior Software Developer March 2004 to July 2005
Vertical Point Inc. Colorado Springs, Colorado
Develop a web service component and web client utility to allow data to be imported through a web service.
Designed and developed several customer-specific interfaces in insurance underwriting LifeSuite software.
Senior Programmer Analyst October 2002 to March 2003
FedEx Service Collierville, Colorado
Updated the FedEx credit card system to improve overall processing by resolving memory issues that prevented the system from running continuously. Sanitize old data without impacting clients.
Application Developer November 2000 to July 2002
MCI and Worldcom Colorado Springs, Colorado
A C++ developer on a Sun Solaris system successfully led an upgrade to the CONI application system to utilize the latest compiler libraries, Informix Database engine, and shared objects.
Software Developer February 1998 to November 2000
Optika Inc. Colorado Springs, Colorado
Key developer on the server team developing C++ tools for eMedia™ product. Responsible for new development efforts in the viewer component, including security concerns as our product changed its name from eMedia™ to Acorde™.
Technical Consultant April 1996 to February 1998
Sai Software Colorado Springs, Colorado
Lead developer on Avantel’s billing data warehouse system. Provide technical mentoring to coworkers.
Programmer Analyst October 1991 to April 1996
FedEx Colorado Springs, Colorado
I led the effort in designing and implementing software with the Routing Information Management System to allow the company to expand internationally.
Education and Certification
Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems Jun 1988 to Feb 1991
DeVry Institute of Technology, Phoenix, AZ, GPA 3.87
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) MS0994761427 3/9/2023
CompTIA – Security +, version 601 • 2020
CompTIA – Security +, version 401 • 2017