Stephen W.

Experience

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  DST Systems

  May 2017 - Dec 2018

  - Enhanced a top-tier 401k management application by integrating next-day shipping calculations into loan transactions, streamlining fee processing and enabling client-initiated next-day shipping.- Developed and tested critical features for a retirement analytics product, transitioning it into a services-oriented platform using Java, JavaScript frameworks, RESTful patterns, and SQL.- Revised a tool to automate the generation of Java classes from XML files, reducing development time for Mainframe or SQL PL procedure integration. Show less

  • Software Engineer

    Aug 2017 - Dec 2018

  • Software Engineer Internship

    May 2017 - Aug 2017
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  Garmin International

  Dec 2018 - Mar 2022

  Software Engineer II

  - Spearheaded the migration of an Enterprise Intelligence application from VB.NET to Java (Spring Boot), ensuring seamless transition and continued functionality.- Developed a custom application facilitating self-service provisioning of Kubernetes Jenkins instances, streamlining deployment processes and enhancing efficiency.- Automated the synchronization of Associate data between Garmin's HR system and Active Directory for New Hires, Terminations, and Associate Updates, optimizing HR workflows and data accuracy.- Enhanced a service layer atop LDAP, enabling applications to query Active Directory using Spring framework, reducing overhead and improving query efficiency.- Managed and administered key DevOps tools including Bitbucket, Jenkins, Bamboo, Grok, and Sonatype Nexus, ensuring smooth software development lifecycle.- Contributed to the enhancement and feature addition of an in-house OAuth Client, bolstering security and authentication capabilities. Show less

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  Cloudera

  Jan 2022 - Oct 2023

  Professional Services - Partner

  - Pre-Sales and Delivery consultation

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  Squadron Data, Inc.

  Jan 2022 - now

  Senior Solutions Architect

  Architectural Leadership: Designed and led the implementation or migration of complex and mission-critical applications and data.Client Collaboration: Collaborated with clients to align solutions with business goals providing them better opportunities to monetize their data.Technical Expertise: Deeply Proficient in Hive and Impala query optimization, Spark development as well as Sqoop, Nifi and KafkaInnovation: Stayed up-to-date with emerging technologies to better provide cutting-edge solutions.Worked with Cloudera as their #1 Professional Services Partner to provide optimized and tailored solutions for key accounts across the globe. Show less