Ramell Lamar
Douglasville, GA ● 770-***-**** ● ******.*****@****************.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Senior Software Engineer and SCRUM Master with over 15 years in application development, systems integration, and cloud modernization, primarily in manufacturing and enterprise sectors. Skilled in .NET Core, C#, Azure Cloud Services, RabbitMQ, SQL Server, and MES/ERP systems with proven results in improving deployment speeds, reducing costs, and enhancing team delivery velocity. Strong leadership in Agile environments, overseeing cross-functional teams to deliver scalable cloud-native and enterprise software solutions aligned with business goals.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior .Net Developer/ MES Software Developer/ SCRUM Master/ Business Analyst/ Azure Developer June 2021 - June 2025 Rocket-EMS Santa Clara, CA
Led transformation of legacy Voyager MES system into Azure-based scalable MES platform for discrete manufacturing. Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and contributed to architecture design and full-stack development using C# and .NET Core.
Provided ongoing support for a legacy VB.NET Windows Forms MES application during transition to cloud-native solution. Developed and managed Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines automating builds, QA deployments, and releases, cutting release cycle by 40%.
Migrated external customer web application to Azure App Services, reducing overhead costs and deployment time by 30%. Led Agile ceremonies as SCRUM Master for a 6-person team, increasing sprint velocity by 25%. Integrated Voyager MES with multiple production machines providing real-time data capture and traceability for compliance. Senior Software Developer/ System Analyst Nov 2015 - Jan 2020 Barry Wehmiller Intl
(BWI) Atlanta, GA
Led Siemens Simatic IT MES implementation for Serta Simmons Bedding enabling real-time inventory tracking and automated replenishment for 200 to 3,500 units daily.
Supported multiple internal and external applications for order processing and business information delivery. Developed level 1 & 2 device integrations (PLC, SCADA, OPC) communicating real-time production data with MES. Engineered integration of MES with ERP, RFID, and barcode systems reducing manual entry and inventory errors by 70%. Lead/ Senior Software Developer May 2014 - Nov 2015 Macy's System & Technology Atlanta, GA
Acted as technical lead for enterprise pricing applications development and configuration using C#, VB.NET, SQL Server, and WCF. Directed junior developers and ensured timely delivery of pricing system projects. Automated pricing operations increasing accuracy and reducing manual overrides by 40%. Optimized SQL Server workflows reducing job runtimes by 60%, saving ~$30K yearly in cloud infrastructure. Senior Software Developer/ System Analyst Mar 2010 – May 2014 Club Car Augusta, GA Implemented and supported Synchrono ERP project tracking inventory, order supplies, and synchronizing functions. Supported MES application used in high-volume golf cart manufacturing, ensuring accurate production operations. Developed real-time inventory part-picking application saving ~$1,200/month and improving audit readiness. Provided integration support for PLCs, SCADA, and OPC devices enabling real-time production floor data communication. Built OO C# and VB.NET solutions improving traceability and reducing manual entry by 40%. Senior Implementation Specialist / Applications Developer/ QA Analyst Dec 2005 – Feb 2010 Mercer & Hewitt Associates (Various Locations)
Led system development and QA for large-scale defined benefit pension platforms serving multiple Fortune 500 clients. Developed VB.NET and proprietary code tools automating benefit calculations and workflows, reducing errors by 60%. Designed internal GUI applications and offshore task-tracking tools enhancing team coordination and reducing rework by 6%. Managed QA test planning and deployment cycles ensuring accurate project deliveries. Analyzed data issues and process bottlenecks implementing enhancements improving efficiency by 20% and cutting costs by 5%. Interfaced with clients and stakeholders translating compliance requirements into technical specifications. EDUCATION
Colorado Technical University
Master of Science, Information Technology, 2012
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, 2003 CERTIFICATES
MES/MOM Certificate of Competency, MESA
B2MML & Integration Fundamentals Certificate of Competency, MESA Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification, 2025
SKILLS
.NET Core, C#, Azure Cloud Services, RabbitMQ, SQL Server, MES Integration, SCRUM, DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, Agile Methodologies, System Architecture, ERP Systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems, PLC Integration, SCADA, OPC, Azure DevOps, Azure App Services, VB.NET, ASP.Net, Windows Forms Applications, Entity Framework, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, SSRS, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Visio, Mendix