Senior DevOps and Full-Stack Engineer Resume

Joseph Sherwood Manchester, NH ******@*******.*** 603-***-****

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/SenseiJoe

Joseph Sherwood – Senior DevOps Engineer

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Senior .NET and Full-Stack Engineer experienced in designing maintainable applications, modernizing legacy systems, building secure CI/CD pipelines, and delivering high-quality UI experiences. Strong in C#, .NET Framework, SQL Server, JavaScript/Bootstrap UI development, and automation work that integrates with REST APIs (including extensive Azure DevOps REST API usage through PowerShell and Python). Known for improving code quality, streamlining processes, and contributing to stable, scalable engineering environments.

Growing skills in .NET Core, Azure cloud services, and Generative AI–assisted development.

KEY SKILLS ALIGNED TO ROLE

• C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core (developing)/*

• Automation Scripting with PowerShell and Python

• SQL Server, stored procedures, performance optimization

• JavaScript, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS

• REST API integration (Azure DevOps REST API via PowerShell/Python)

• Azure DevOps CI/CD, Git, automated build processes

• Agile development, requirement analysis, code reviews

• Generative AI tool usage for developer productivity

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Software Engineer / DevOps Modernization Engineer – Unitil

• Designed, maintained, and refactored C#/.NET applications supporting enterprise workflows.

• Delivered modern UI components using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap.

• Developed and supported REST-style service components and backend logic.

• Built and optimized secure CI/CD pipelines (YAML + Classic) in Azure DevOps.

• Improved maintainability of legacy systems by migrating Classic ASP code into clean C# modules.

• Leveraged Generative AI tools for debugging support, documentation improvements, and engineering productivity.

Software Engineer – Application Support & UI Development

• Built full-stack internal applications using C#, JavaScript, and SQL Server.

• Developed responsive interfaces with Bootstrap, improving accessibility and usability.

• Created modular data access layers, optimizing SQL performance and reliability.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with business and product teams to refine requirements.

RELEVANT PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

• Modernized legacy enterprise systems into maintainable .NET components, improving reliability and long-term support.

• Implemented secure CI/CD workflows supporting automated builds, quality checks, and consistent deployment practices.

• Leveraged Generative AI tools to accelerate coding, debugging, documentation, and engineering research.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Software Engineering — Northeastern University

• Hardware Engineering — Control Data Institute

• DevOps Institute Certifications: DevOps Foundation, DevOps Engineering, DevOps Leader

• Google Cybersecurity Certificate — Coursera

• Toastmasters International — Competent Communicator (CC)

VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY IMPACT

Habitat for Humanity — Volunteer Builder

Greensboro, Alabama

• Participated in home construction and community improvement projects supporting underserved families.

• Worked on framing, finishing, and general building tasks as part of a multi-state volunteer team.

• Contributed to safe, affordable housing initiatives in rural communities.

HERO Housing Resource Center — Volunteer Carpenter / Community Support

Greensboro, Alabama

• Assisted with home repairs, structural improvements, and renovation efforts for low-income households.

• Supported long-term community revitalization projects focused on sustainable rural housing.

• Collaborated with nonprofit staff and volunteers to meet housing needs in the Alabama Black Belt region.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Hockey & lacrosse referee - communication, decision-making, leadership

• Martial arts instructor/dojo owner - mentorship, team leadership

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