Duane K.'s Linkedin Analytics

As a Principal Software Engineer with many years of experience at top-tier tech companies (FANG) as well as startups, I lead challenging projects that involve reverse engineering, debugging, and optimizing legacy systems, as well as developing innovative solutions from scratch/zero. My expertise spans full-stack development, architecture, and leadership across diverse technologies including C#, GoLang, Python, Java, C, NodeJS, Ruby, Rust, C++/COM+, SQL, and cloud-native design on AWS and Azure, both platforms I have helped design or maintain at their respective companies. My mission is to drive innovation and contribute to humanity’s advancement while empowering my team through effective mentorship and engineering excellence. I specialize in big data, distributed systems, security, and CI/CD, delivering projects with success, thanks to a long career that includes experience at both FANG companies and startups. I'm interested in AI. I hold certifications in servant leadership and effective teamwork, which reflect my commitment to service, transparency, inclusion, and compassion as an engineering manager who can code in the trenches with his team to better mentor and lead them to success. Key Achievements: Enhanced Security for Critical Infrastructure: Implemented comprehensive security protocols for a nationally critical infrastructure project, achieving a 90% reduction in vulnerabilities surface, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Improved Telecommunications Infrastructure: Lead development of REST APIs for phone number management & messaging systems, enhancing reliability and supporting significant business growth, leading to a successful company buyout. Innovative Cloud Solutions: Led a team to develop a cloud-based automated server DFIR platform, increasing data processing efficiency by 85% and enabling real-time analytics. Mentorship Impact: Mentored over 200 engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation, resulting in improved team performance and career growth. Implemented Comprehensive Automated Testing: Introduced automated testing processes across multiple projects, increasing test coverage from 0% to 85%, significantly reducing manual testing efforts and improving overall software quality and lowering ongoing maintenance costs significantly. Availability: Based in Seattle, WA (PST), I am available for fully remote roles only due to family commitments. I seek long-term opportunities to build meaningful connections and drive sustained growth Please reach out for remote opportunities only.