MARTIN D. CHICKNAVORIAN
Fitchburg, MA 01420-7153
Residence: 978-***-****
Cellular: 978-***-****
nn5758@r.postjobfree.com
www.martainal.com
SUMMARY
Software developer/instructor with particular emphasis on Microsoft Operating Systems. Strong knowledge of the use of the object oriented programming paradigm. Experienced in all aspects of the software development lifecycle. Highly-motivated, possessing professional, articulate manner. Complex problem-solver with a high degree of technical proficiency. Committed to quality work and follow-through. Proficient in oral/written communication and presentations.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Programming Languages:
C#.NET, Java, C++, VB6, Visual Basic .NET, C++, HTML, PHP, ASP.NET, XML, IIS, JavaScript,
WPF, Silverlight, jQuery
Databases:
MS SQL Server, SQL Server 2005, SQL Server 2008
Operating Systems:
Windows 3.x, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista,
Windows NT Server, Windows 2003 Server
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Martainal Technology (http://www.martainal.com) Present
Fitchburg, MA
President
• Owner of consulting company specializing in customized software development and training
• Built web sites, databases, business solutions
• Conducted training for banking and Real Estate professionals
o Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
o Quicken
• Adjunct faculty member at local community colleges and evening educational venues
o Quinsigamond Community College – Worcester, MA
Programming with C++ / Microsoft Office 2007
o Bunker Hill Community College – Charlestown, MA
o Mount Wachusett Community College – Gardner, MA
o Bay Path Regional Technical Vocational School – Charlton, MA
Metabolix, Inc. February 2008 – September 2009
Cambridge, MA
Software Engineer
• Wrote requirements documentation, functional specifications and test plans
• Oversaw deployment and provided ongoing support for various software implementations
• Worked with members of management team to design, develop and deploy a customized software application for use by supply chain management to track the movement of product materials through various manufacturing and processing sites
• Designed, developed and deployed an ASP.NET knowledge base application with a SQL Server
back-end for consumption by the marketing team to monitor competing companies and products
• Provided onsite and remote desktop and IT support for company employees residing at multiple
facilities
Vitale, Catarano & Co October – December 2007
Charlestown, MA
External Technology Consultant
• Traveled to client sites to gather requirements
• Developed customized software solutions using VB.NET and SQL Server
J.D. Associates, Inc. February 2007 – July 2007
Leominster, MA
Software Implementation/Training Specialist
• Performed installation and training for Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management System
• Traveled throughout the Northeast to company sites
• Assimilated requirements and specifications to develop add-on functionality utilizing VB.NET
Aspect Software, Inc. January 2000 – February 2007
Westford, MA
Global Technical Operations
• Designed and developed statistical reports for management decision-making, utilizing
VB.NET front-end, Crystal Reports and SQL Server back-end
• Published reports, charts and graphics on company intranet for employee consumption utilizing ASP.NET and SharePoint
Release Coordinator
• Trained managers and users on proper use and functionality of software tools
• Logged and tracked software defects using VB.NET-based defect tracking tool
• Compiled statistics detailing progression of software defects and fixes
• Posted graphic reports on company intranet to disseminate information vital to management decision-making
• Coded defect fixes for various company software products using VB.NET
• Integral part of decision-making team involving planning for new tracking support software tool
• Wrote specifications for implementation of new defect tracking tool
• Maintained defect workflow process documentation
AstraZeneca August 1999 – January 2000
Westborough, MA
Help Desk End-User Support
• Recorded and tracked problems using Vantive and other standard database system support tools (e.g. Fault Tracking Database, Change Request Database, etc.)
• Assisted and instructed internal users on hardware and software related problems
• Utilized troubleshooting techniques to resolve user issues
• Performed installations and upgrades for users on-site
• Trained users on proper use of software applications
Manufacturing and Process Facilities Support
• Operations Management – Performed scheduled operations tasks on existing specialized process and facilities workstations
• Provided two-tier problem resolution during normal business hours.
• Recorded and tracked problems using Vantive and other standard database system support tools (e.g. Fault Tracking Database, Change Request Database, etc.)
EDUCATION
SetFocus LLC
Parsippany, NJ
Certificate, C# Masters Program
Boston University Corporate Education Center
Tyngsboro, MA
Certificate in Client/Server Development
Boston University - Boston, MA
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology