Second Generation, Ltd.

Director of Software Engineering – Product & Integrations

• Full stack web application development
• Peer leadership
• Coaching and mentoring junior devs
• Ongoing contribution to business strategy
• Project coordination and facilitation
• Constantly improving SaaS offering to expand into new markets and support new product offerings
• Technical environment includes: Ruby, Rails, React, Underscore.js, Sass, PostgreSQL, MySQL, PHP, HTML/CSS, RSpec, Cucumber, Linux, Vim, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Google Cloud Platform

Senior Software Engineer

Kynigi, LLC

• Founded a startup to bring modern and easy to use HR software to small and medium businesses that lack the time, training, and patience required to effectively use big, complicated systems
• Design, develop, and currently maintain Kynigi, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applicant tracking system
• Plan, deploy, and manage all server technology
• Develop and manage all marketing efforts including advertising, emails, social networking, and direct client presentations
• Technical environment includes: Ruby, Rails, Sass, JQuery, PostgreSQL, HTML/CSS, RSpec, Cucumber, and Azure

Founder

Copyedit Mom, LLC

• Founded a startup that focuses on connecting talented stay-at-home moms to individuals and companies who need help
editing documents, emails, books, blogs, etc.
• Leverage social network opportunities through Twitter and LinkedIn
• Develop and cultivate ongoing client relationships of every size, from multi-billion dollar companies to retired individuals
• Manage ongoing business operations including sales, marketing, and billing
• Manage and lead a distributed team with non-standard working hours and an irregular work schedule

The J.M. Smucker Company

• Full stack web application development of brand websites and web campaigns
• Developed solutions for new brand websites and web-based marketing campaigns
• Supported and guided team efforts to adopt and practice Scrum
• Coached and mentored all team members
• Technical environment included: PHP, C#, Javascript, HTML/CSS, Pimcore, Knockout, MySQL, Codeception, and PHPUnit

Contract Software Developer

AvatarFleet

• Co-founded a software company to specialize in and focus on SaaS applications
• Led a programming team, including coaching and enforcing OOP best practices
• Daily hands-on experience with sales, marketing, finance, customer service, and technology
• Created ComplianceCare, an online compliance and document management system
• Standardized all web development to simultaneously support all mobile and desktop browsers
• Implemented and coached Agile processes, including TDD and ATDD
• Implemented and managed DevOps and test automation with full continuous integration and monitoring
• Planned, deployed, and managed all server technology
• Technical environment included PHP, Javascript, HTML/CSS, Perl, Apache, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Linux, Vagrant, Codeception, and PHPUnit

Co-founder, CTO, & Lead Software Engineer

Avatar Management Services

• Created ApplicantCare, an online applicant tracking system
• Created AssessmentCare, an online personality assessment application
• Designed and administrated databases that drove our software
• Built and administrated all server technology for our software
• Created custom software that supported the needs of the business and its clients
• Led a team that included programmers, web designers, and system administrators
• Technical environment included PHP, Javascript, HTML/CSS, Perl, R, PSPP/SPSS, C#, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Linux

Computer Programmer

Self-Employed

• Full offering of hardware and software services, including data recovery and system restoration
• Custom website development
• On-site repair and training
• Technical environment included PHP, HTML/CSS, Windows and Linux

Consultant

Franciscan University of Steubenville

• Member of a Network Field Maintenance Crew
• Solved any and all computer problems for staff and faculty
• Technical environment included VB 6, Red Hat Linux, Windows Server, and Novell NetWare

Helpdesk Technician

Founder | Leader | Software Engineer | Problem Solver

I have spent my career doing more with less while building and leading high-performance, winning teams. I discovered that operating tactically is necessary, strategically is superior, and philosophically is life-changing. I turn learning into action and I am always learning. I believe in extreme respect and gratitude. I am passionate about family, friends, sharing knowledge, and getting things done.

Nick Wagner

It could make life so much better.

It'll never work.

Maybe it will work.

It's going to disrupt everything.

That will be bad.

I don't understand it.

Don't use it.

It's changing things too quickly.

The old way is harder, but worth the cost.

I still don't understand it.

Back in my day, we did it the hard way.

I can't understand why kids these days don't do it the way I did.

I need to learn how to use it.

It's hard learning new things.

Why do I have to change?

Maybe I can find a kid to help me.

Leader | Catholic Speaker | Software Engineer | Problem Solver

1. Hire good people.

2. Let them work how and where they perform their best.

3. Support them and get out of their way. 

#RemoteWork

"How can I improve?" is the most important question a leader can ask.

Blue Tiger

At Blue Tiger, I supported the VA in modernizing its national Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) platform. Veterans are 25% more likely to develop lung cancer than the general population, but early detection increases survivability by 20%. I build secure, scalable tooling that improves screening documentation, clinical workflows, and care coordination.

- Led full stack development of LCS workflows enabling clinicians to generate TIU notes, health factors, and imaging orders via orchestrated RPCs to CPRS/VistA and Oracle Cerner.

- Built a modular EHR service within a service-oriented architecture to standardize logic and improve maintainability across legacy and modern EHRs.

Reduced query execution time from 12.4s to 612ms by restructuring CTEs, optimizing joins, and implementing targeted indexes.

- Refactored MUI components to align with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS), improving accessibility and Section 508 compliance.

- Developed dynamic, schema-driven form components using React and TypeScript.

- Created backend services with FastAPI and MySQL to manage note generation and encounter linkage.

- Partnered with DevOps to support AWS ECS Exec enablement for container access and QA support.

Collaborated with a UX designer and VA user researcher to refine workflows based on clinical feedback.

- Contributed to Oracle Cerner interoperability planning focused on HL7/FHIR alignment.

Stack: React, TypeScript, USWDS, FastAPI, Python, MySQL, Docker, AWS ECS, Azure, VistA/CPRS, Oracle Cerner

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer

At Blue Tiger, a civic technology consultancy focused on government contracts, I lead the design and delivery of secure and scalable software that support mission-critical public programs. I work closely with cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, researchers, and government stakeholders to build applications that improve access, efficiency, and outcomes across sectors such as healthcare, benefits, and public safety.

In my role, I partner directly with agency teams to develop modern full-stack applications and integrate them with both modern and legacy systems, enabling smoother service delivery and better user experiences.

Key highlights of my work include:

Designing and developing end-to-end applications with an emphasis on scalability, performance, and long-term maintainability

- Building modular, accessible user interfaces and robust APIs that support seamless system interoperability and align with Section 508 and U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) standards

- Supporting secure and compliant handling of sensitive data at scale, ensuring systems can serve millions while maintaining privacy and auditability

- Writing optimized SQL and managing database schemas for high-throughput environments using relational databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL

- Applying DevSecOps best practices including containerization with Docker, continuous integration, and infrastructure automation in cloud environments like AWS and Azure

- Collaborating with product managers, UX designers, and researchers to translate policy and operational requirements into well-scoped technical solutions

- Leading technical discovery, estimation, and solution architecture for new digital service initiatives

- Mentoring engineers, conducting code reviews, and modeling engineering excellence to foster team growth and delivery maturity

Through this work, I support Blue Tiger’s mission to make government services more effective, accessible, and equitable for the communities they serve.

Full Stack Software Engineer (Senior Level)

Tripleseat

As a Senior Full-Stack Engineer, I excel in crafting cutting-edge solutions using Ruby on Rails, Django, and React. In this pivotal role, I lead complex projects, blending innovation with technical mastery to architect sophisticated applications. My expertise in uniting front-end and back-end elements results in seamless, user-focused products. Engaging with top-tier professionals and rigorous code reviews, I continually elevate my engineering prowess. My strategic collaboration with Product teams ensures project excellence, adapting adeptly to evolving timelines and scopes. This role highlights my distinguished capabilities in full-stack development, setting a benchmark in the industry.

Senior Software Developer

SDVI Corporation

As a Software Engineer at SDVI, I specialize in designing user experiences that simplify complex tasks, ensuring enhanced usability and user empowerment. My role encompasses developing and maintaining essential components for a sophisticated desktop web application. I adeptly integrate user interfaces with robust back-end REST APIs and am instrumental in migrating legacy applications to modern frameworks like VueJS. My commitment to quality is evident in backing designs with comprehensive unit tests and leveraging the open-source community for elegant code solutions. Proficient in Linux systems, I streamline the development experience and administer AWS functionalities, integrating seamlessly with advanced desktop applications like Adobe Premiere. My expertise extends to using tools like Splunk for meticulous forensics, resolving customer issues with precision. As an on-call engineer, I provide critical tier 3 support, demonstrating versatility and reliability in high-stakes environments.

Full Stack Engineer

Les Schwab Headquarters, LLC

As a Software Engineer at Les Schwab, I developed a Software Lifecycle plan employing the SCRUM methodology, significantly enhancing the organization and prioritization of development tasks. My expertise in automating business logic for the Financial Department using NetSuite’s SuiteScript led to a notable reduction in manual accounting. This achievement, coupled with earning the NetSuite SuiteFoundation certification within three months, significantly boosted team productivity. I excelled in creating functional specifications for new business logic automation, transforming requirements into efficient scripts that expanded the business's financial capabilities.

Software Engineer

St. Charles Medical Center

In my role as a Software Engineer Intern, I made significant strides in developing and enhancing an internal HR ASP.NET application, showcasing my ability to innovate and execute complex features. My work expanded reporting functionalities in an ASP.NET Core MVC application, demonstrating my evolving expertise in C#, Razor Pages, and ASP.NET Core. I excelled in assimilating the company's unique processes and source control systems, underpinning my adaptability and technical acumen. My skill set, encompassing Debugging, REST, HTML, SQL, Git, AWS, Data Structures, CSS, and Design Patterns, was instrumental in driving project success and highlights my readiness to tackle challenging software engineering roles.

Full Stack Engineer - ASP.NetCore

Signal Corps Regimental Association

As a highly accomplished Director of Information Security and Cyber Defense, I bring over eight years of experience from the U.S. Army and a track record of excellence in both military and civilian sectors. My role has equipped me with comprehensive skills in IT management, policy development, network security, and team leadership. I possess strong technical proficiency in web development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks, as well as expertise in automation with Bash, PowerShell, and Ruby. My leadership capabilities, combined with my resilience in high-pressure scenarios, align with the skill set of a senior full stack software engineer.

Director of Information Security

With 8 years in the U.S. Army specializing in Information Security and Cyber Defense, and 8+ years of combined programming experience across military and civilian sectors, I’ve spent over 15 years in the tech industry developing resilience, grit, and leadership in high-pressure environments. After my service, I became one of only eight recipients of the prestigious 2020 SVA Google Scholar award and led the first-ever ACM-W affiliated computer science club at Oregon State University-Cascades, where I championed diversity in computer science. Now, as a Senior Software Engineer with advanced graduate-level expertise, I tackle complex challenges with determination and a collaborative spirit. I’m passionate about driving innovation while lifting others up through mentorship, fostering inclusive teams, and creating a lasting, positive impact in dynamic tech environments.

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