Software Engineer Senior
Resume:
Karl Hill
S ENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Summary
Innovative and results-driven Senior Software Engineer with over 20 years of experience in full-stack development, cloud-native solutions, and Agile team leadership. Expertise in delivering high-impact solutions across diverse industries, leveraging advanced technical skills and a passion for problem-solving to drive organizational success. Proficient in client engagement, strategic planning, and leading cross-functional teams to exceed project goals. Professional Experience
Sr. Software Engineer, Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI), Lanham, MD
DECEMBER 2 0 1 7 — PRESENT
• Architected NASA's cloud-based Flood Mapping System on AWS, providing real-time satellite-derived flood data to empower rapid disaster response.
• Developed a high-performance file and metadata management system using Ceph, optimizing virtual directory mapping and improving data accessibility.
• Redeveloped Earth Observatory's high-traffic website (~1.5M monthly visitors), dramatically improving performance, usability, and search engine visibility.
• Developed an automated content registry application, boosting NASA's data collection efficiency by 60% and enabling faster researcher access.
• Orchestrated deployments via CI/CD using GitLab, Docker, and Kubernetes, coordinating deployment ticket creation and stakeholder approvals.
• Led Agile teams to deliver software aligned with NASA mission objectives. Sr. Software Engineer, InformedDNA, St. Petersburg, FL JANUARY 2 0 1 6 — DECEMBER 2 0 1 7
• Architected a Laravel-based case management application, saving $30K in operational expenses.
• Designed advanced CRM enhancements, increasing customer retention and contributing 15% to revenue growth.
• Introduced custom APIs, optimizing database usage and reducing operational overhead.
• Spearheaded system upgrades, doubling security incident response efficiency. Sr. Software Engineer, Ticomix, Inc., Washington, D.C. J UNE 2 0 1 2 — MARCH 2 0 1 5
• Delivered SugarCRM applications for 20+ clients (VDOT, Redskins, Kastle), leading to an increase in efficiency and productivity across sales departments.
• Reduced defect backlog by 90%, enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Created an application to assist companies in identifying business opportunities.
• Collaborated within a distributed team, demonstrating strong remote collaboration capabilities, essential for driving product development. Details
Washington, DC, 20011
*********@*****.***
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/khill/
https://karlhill.com
https://github.com/karlhillx
Skills
Team Leadership
Stakeholder Engagement
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Agile Methodologies
SDLC Processes & Execution
Test-Driven Development
Object-Oriented Design
Cloud-Native Solutions
Continuous Integration (CI/CD)
UX / UI Development
Software Engineer, Sabre Corporation, Bethesda, MD J ULY 2 0 1 0 — J UNE 2 0 1 2
• Built and optimized PHP applications for global travel clients, improving user experience and satisfaction.
• Translated client requirements into technical specifications, leading to customized, impactful solutions.
• Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of growth and learning Principal Software Engineer, Dante Inc., Arlington, VA MAY 2 0 0 7 — J UNE 2 0 1 0
• Engineered Java solutions for industry leaders (Comcast, Mastercard, etc.), optimizing operations and increasing efficiency by 40%.
• Conducted thorough unit and acceptance testing using Selenium to ensure software reliability.
• Played a pivotal role in delivering Scrum-based projects, achieving optimal performance metrics.
Sr. Software Engineer, Visitar, Inc., Reston, VA
JANUARY 2 0 0 6 — F E BRUARY 2 0 0 7
• Collaborated on a Java-based telephony application with Asterisk integration, enhancing SugarCRM with features such as ACD, call routing, web-based IVR, and voicemail, resulting in an improved customer service experience.
• Built a CRM telephony component using Flash/ActionScript, optimizing call management and handling over 1000 daily customer interactions.
• Rapidly identified and resolved technical issues, maintaining smooth operations and achieving a 99% reduction in system downtime.
Software Developer, Verizon Business, Herndon, VA
NOVEMBER 1 9 9 9 — MARCH 2 0 0 5
• Instrumental in building NetSec's managed security-services platform, Finium, leading to a tenfold increase in client engagements, a prestigious presentation at Gartner, and MCI/Verizon's posthumous acquisition of NetSec for $105m.
• Boosted client on-boarding efficiency by 75% by developing Finium's internal administration systems using PHP and Java.
• Key contributor to a 7+ person Java agile team, transitioning from initial XP and waterfall methodologies to Scrum, leading to increased quality. Education
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science coursework, Univ. of Maryland Associate of Arts, General Studies, Howard Community College Certifications
Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II), Scrum.org
(Professional Scrum Developer I (PSD I)), Scrum.org Certified ScrumMaster (CSM ), Scrum Alliance
Project Management, Rutgers University
Technical Skills
Languages: JavaScript, Python, PHP, Java, Perl, Bash Frameworks & Libraries: Node.js, Laravel, React, Tailwind, jQuery, REST APIs Databases & Search: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, Elasticsearch DevOps & Cloud: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS (EC2, S3), GitLab CI/CD Tools & Platforms: Git, JetBrains IDEs, Jira, Figma, Vite, NPM, Composer
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