Systems Analyst C#

Donald “don-E” Merson

**** * **** *****, ******, AZ 85747 520-***-**** ***.*.**********@*****.*******.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/donmerson/ https://github.com/dmerson

Summary

Versatile software professional with deep expertise in full-stack development and higher education. Specialized in the C# Microsoft stack, with strong proficiency in SQL, Python, R, JavaScript, and Excel. Known for delivering innovative solutions that optimize operations and drive efficiency across organizations. Adept at problem-solving, system architecture, and strategic development to meet evolving technology needs.

Professional Experience

App Developer IV – Vegetation GIS System (VGS)

University of Arizona January 2019 – Present

Architected the ASP.Net-SQL based Online VGS System, enabling seamless data synchronization across desktop and mobile applications.

Designed an API that enhances SQL Server capabilities, facilitating efficient JSON/XML data processing.

Developed an integration of ESRI JS interface with links to reporting.

Engineered a recursive security structure regulating user access by folder assignments.

Developed an advanced filtering tool for warehoused data searches based on species classification which used ESRI JS mapping.

Enhanced Mobile VGS functionality with Xamarin, .NET Core, and MAUI.

Application Developer – University of Arizona

June 2021 – November 2021

Upgraded applications within an Angular framework.

Mentored programming students, fostering professional development.

Data Science Ambassador

University of Arizona August 2018 – May 2019

Served as the liaison between the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and technical implementation.

Assisted faculty and researchers with data-driven projects.

Principal Systems Analyst/Developer – Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid

University of Arizona June 2014 – January 2019

Designed and led development of Scholarship Universe, a proprietary scholarship-matching platform that was licensed to a private company.

Created an AI-driven scholarship requirements aid model

Engineered a Departmental Application module, streamlining scholarship management and awards.

Created SSRS to allow departments to access historical data

Led a data-mining initiative to transform unstructured web data into structured, searchable information.

Provided mentorship to Graduate Assistants and developed training materials for programmers.

Senior Engineer – Monument Systems

January 2014 – June 2014

Led the migration of a standalone healthcare insurance platform to a scalable web-based system in compliance with HIPAA standards.

Managed analytics and DevOps, implementing tracking tools that enhanced project visibility.

Technical Consultant – University of Arizona

June 2013 – June 2014

Provided expertise on Scholarship Universe development while maintaining full-time employment elsewhere.

Advised graduate students on technical solutions during the transition phase.

Lead Developer – Opus Inspection

June 2013 – 2014

Developed comprehensive end-to-end solutions for the automotive inspection industry.

Senior Web Developer – Student Affairs Group, University of Arizona

August 2008 – 2014

Led development of Scholarship Universe, financial aid queuing systems, and student application platforms.

Managed and trained developers, earning multiple peer-awarded recognitions.

Developed a custom Azure-based application for the Linguistics department.

Managed data pipelines with SSIS

Developed WCF and SOAP Services

Senior Web Developer -Sun Healthcare Group – Albuquerque, NM (Telecommuter)

August 1999 – August 2008

Led the development of proprietary software to manage Sun Healthcare Group’s nationwide network of nursing homes.

Designed and implemented a comprehensive company portal, integrating multiple applications and reporting tools to streamline operations.

Received exceptional recognition for this system during a corporate audit, when the U.S. Attorney General commended it as the industry’s leading management solution of its kind.

Education & Certifications

Degrees

University of Arizona – M.S. Information Science

Towson State University – B.S. Social Science

Montgomery College – A.A. Secondary Education A.A. Music

Certifications and Other Skills

72+ Certifications from Coursera, Pluralsight, and DataCamp (Full list on LinkedIn)

Visual Studio

JavaScript and jQuery

CSS, XHTML, XAML, and HTML5

Entity Framework and LINQ

GIT and GitHub

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