Aug 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Guelph, Ontario, Canada · Remote

• As a Software Development Manager at OCAS, I am responsible for guiding development methodologies, planning for resources and team growth, and overseeing the delivery of quality products. Collaborating closely with Technical Leads, Architects, Project Managers, Product Managers, and Developers, I play a pivotal role in driving the success of our software development initiatives.
• Primary Responsibilities:
• Team leadership and management
• Talent acquisition and onboarding
• Team development and skill building
• Performance management and feedback
• Team building and collaboration
• Other Responsibilities:
• Managing compensation review and pay band evaluation
• Managing cross-team collaboration
• Notable Projects:
• Led the creation of the developer career ladder including role descriptions, job expectations and development opportunities
• Led the revamp of the job interview and selection process
• Contributed to the development of new pay bands used for Software Developers

Mar 2021 – Aug 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos

• As a Software Development Manager at Miovision, I am responsible for guiding development methodologies, planning for resources and team growth, and helping the team to deliver quality products. This is done by working together with Technical Directors, Architects, Project Managers, Technical Project Managers, Managers and Developers.
• Primary Responsibilities:
• Establishing team development guidelines
• Foster team growth
• Establishing the technical vision for the product
• Architect AWS and Kubernetes based solutions
• Managing technical quality of team deliverables
• Moderating technical discussions
• Identifying technical debt
• Ensuring investment in ongoing product improvements
• Interface with other managers to coordinate cross company projects
• Other responsibilities include:
• Establishing employee development plans
• Manage the team’s engineering budget including compensation
• Lead co-op interviews and selection process

Sep 2020 – Mar 2021 · 6 mos

• As a Software Technical Lead at Miovision, I am responsible for providing alignment of the technical direction for the team and for providing technical leadership to the team. This is done by working together with Technical Directors, Project Managers, Technical Project Managers, Managers and Developers.
• Primary Responsibilities:
• Establishing the technical vision for the product
• Managing technical quality of team deliverables
• Moderating technical discussions
• Ensuring the team uses appropriate engineering practices
• Identifying technical debt
• Ensuring investment in ongoing product improvements
• Interfacing with other Technical Leads across the organization
• Other responsibilities include:
• Design, develop and maintain AWS Serverless Infrastructure, including Lambda and S3.
• Design, develop and maintain C# WPF desktop applications
• Lead co-op interviews and selection process
• Research and development of cloud oriented platform architecture leveraging AWS services.

Jul 2018 – Sep 2020 · 2 yrs 2 mos

• As a Sr. Software Developer at Miovision, I work with the technical lead, product owner and other software developers to design, develop and maintain desktop, web, server and serverless software systems.
• Other responsibilities include:
• Design, develop and maintain AWS VPC infrastructure
• Design, develop and maintain AWS Serverless Infrastructure including Lambda and S3.
• Develop and maintain ASP.NET Websites
• Develop and maintain C# WPF desktop applications
• Lead co-op interviews and selection process
• Mentor co-ops and new employees
• Research and Development of cloud oriented platform architecture leveraging AWS services.
• Organize and run team retros
• Perform code reviews of peers, co-ops and new employees

Mar 2015 – Jul 2018 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Kitchener, Canada Area · On-site

• As a Software Developer on the Integration and Data Platform team at D2L, I work with the Application Designer, the Product Manager and other Software Developers to create and maintain software for D2L's Integrated Learning Platform (Brightspace).
• Other responsibilities include:
• Development of AWS Serverless Infrastructure including API Gateway, Lambda, DynamoDB and S3
• Development of deployment/CI pipeline using Terraform and TravisCI
• Development of ASP.NET REST Api running in AWS.
• Research and Development of cloud oriented platform architecture leveraging AWS services.
• Research of new emerging Javascript frameworks like Mithril and Aurelia.

Sep 2012 – Mar 2015 · 2 yrs 6 mos · On-site

• I am responsible for the creation and maintenance of complex multi-layered applications and services. These services often have to communicate across servers, domains and locations to accomplish their tasks. The primary language used is C# but there are webservice and websites written in HTML and ASP.NET Web API.
• Other responsibilities include:
• Being responsible for overseeing and performing promotions of code into production.
• Training and overseeing new hires
• Code reviewing check-ins for accuracy and adherence to coding standards.
• Reviewing project requirements (BRDs) and providing estimates for time needed to complete.
• Creating, reviewing and maintaining documentation related to the software my department creates.

May 2010 – Nov 2012 · 2 yrs 6 mos · On-site

• As an Intermediate Software Developer, I took on greater ownership of applications and services, moving beyond bug fixes to building new products, integrating systems, and reviewing project requirements. This role gave me the opportunity to design and implement solutions, collaborate across teams, and contribute to the accuracy of project planning.
• Job Duties
• Resolved complex defects in the company’s sales website to improve performance and reliability
• Architected and developed a new pricing application using WPF with PRISM and MVVM, improving maintainability and scalability
• Built and maintained web applications and services using ASP.NET Web API to support business processes
• Reviewed business requirements (BRDs) and provided both high-level and detailed estimates to guide planning and resource allocation
• Collaborated with senior developers on larger projects, contributing to design discussions and solution architecture
• Supported knowledge sharing by assisting junior developers, performing code reviews, and maintaining technical documentation
• Participated in agile ceremonies and cross-functional collaboration to align technical deliverables with business objectives

Jan 2009 – May 2010 · 1 yr 4 mos · On-site

• As a Junior Software Developer, I supported the maintenance and growth of the company’s sales website by fixing bugs, delivering small features, and contributing to larger projects under the mentorship of senior developers. This role gave me hands-on experience with professional development practices and cross-team collaboration.
• Job Duties
• Resolved software defects and implemented fixes to improve the stability of the sales website
• Developed small feature enhancements, ensuring they met functional requirements and coding standards
• Collaborated with senior developers on larger projects, learning best practices in architecture and design
• Participated in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Documented code changes and maintained accurate time tracking to support project management
• Contributed to agile team activities, including stand-ups and sprint planning, to align development work with business priorities

Jan 2008 – Jan 2009 · 1 yr · On-site

• As the automations I created proved increasingly valuable, my role expanded to include establishing a new reporting environment in Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and providing data insights to leadership.
• Job Duties
• Generated and analyzed reports from AS400 and iSeries systems to support business operations
• Designed and implemented a new SSRS environment to modernize reporting capabilities
• Developed and maintained SSRS reports to deliver accurate, accessible, and actionable information
• Migrated legacy AS400/iSeries reports to SSRS, improving efficiency and usability
• Partnered with the business to gather requirements, validate results, and deliver clear, actionable insights
• Conducted data validation and quality checks to ensure reporting accuracy across multiple systems
• Translated complex query results into clear, meaningful insights for business owners and leadership

Sep 2006 – Jan 2008 · 1 yr 4 mos · On-site

• My primary responsibility was to effectively generate a large number of business-critical reports and summaries and ensure that the data had been captured accurately.
• Job Duties
• Generated reports from the AS400 system to support business operations
• Wrote and optimized SQL queries to extract, validate, and troubleshoot data
• Cleaned, transformed, and formatted data in Excel, using pivot tables and charts to present insights clearly
• Performed data quality checks and reconciled discrepancies to ensure accuracy of reporting
• Assisted other business analysts with ad-hoc analysis and requirements gathering for business initiatives
• Documented recurring processes and supported the distribution of reports to stakeholders
• Developed PowerPoint presentations to communicate data findings to stakeholders

Mar 2004 – Sep 2006 · 2 yrs 6 mos · On-site

• My primary responsibility was to effectively generate a large number of business-critical reports and summaries and ensure that the data had been captured accurately.
• Job Duties
• Generated reports from the AS400 system to support business operations
• Wrote and optimized SQL queries to extract, validate, and troubleshoot data
• Cleaned, transformed, and formatted data in Excel, using pivot tables and charts to present insights clearly
• Performed data quality checks and reconciled discrepancies to ensure accuracy of reporting
• Assisted other business analysts with ad-hoc analysis and requirements gathering for business initiatives
• Documented recurring processes and supported the distribution of reports to stakeholders

Oct 2003 – Mar 2004 · 5 mos · Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site

• While working at Tim Hortons, I occupied many different roles in the front of house and also served as a baker.
• Primary Job Duties:
• Take and process customer orders accurately at the counter and drive-thru
• Operate POS systems, handle cash, debit, and credit transactions
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, baked goods, and menu items
• Address customer concerns and resolve issues to ensure satisfaction
• Maintain the cleanliness of the dining area, condiment stations, and restrooms
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Monitor front of house food stock levels and communicate shortages to bakers and prep staff
• Prepare and bake a variety of Tim Hortons products such as bagels, muffins, donuts, and pastries
• Support front-line staff by providing a consistent supply of fresh products

Jul 2003 – Aug 2003 · 1 mo · Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site

• I was a camp counsellor, along with another individual, in charge of 10 to 12 campers that rotated on a weekly basis at the sleep-away camp run by YMCA called Camp Ki-Wa-Y.
• Primary Duties:
• Supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times, including during activities, meals, and free time
• Lead, organize, and participate in camp activities such as games, sports and crafts
• Encourage camper participation and enthusiasm while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment
• Assist campers with daily needs such as meals, hygiene, and transitions between activities
• Identify and respond to individual camper needs, including homesickness, conflicts, or special requirements
• Help set up, clean, and maintain camp facilities and activity areas
• Promote a fun, safe, and memorable camp experience