Dewayne VanHoozer
Visionary leader with extensive technical expertise and a proven track record in steering complex projects to success. Renowned for strategic problem-solving, innovative technology application, and commitment to team development.
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Summary
Accomplished Senior Software Engineer and Technical Manager with a robust background in developing mission-critical, test-driven applications. Proficient in Ruby, API development, data modeling, performance optimization, and artificial intelligence. Experienced in leading technical teams, enhancing application stability and performance, and mentoring developers. Passionate about open-source contributions and innovative software solutions.
Professional Accomplishments
Leadership and Team Management
- Integrated multi-contractor teams to improve project delivery timelines and team effectiveness.
- Achieved top-tier performance ratings in roles with high technical and leadership demands.
- Successfully led an applied research lab for a major defense contract for almost 6 years.
- Secured hundreds of millions in federal contracts as a key proposal team member and technical lead.
- Sole contributor in winning tens of millions in federal sole-source contracts.
Significant Project Contributions
- Designated Ruby as the rapid prototyping language for an applied research lab.
- Presented a talk at an International Ruby Conference on the success of Ruby as a rapid prototyping language in a major applied research lab.
- Led Ruby on Rails projects for high-profile government contracts.
- Developed and presented innovative technology prototypes at national conferences.
- Enhanced performance and stability of a Ruby on Rails application for a mental healthcare client.
- Optimized API responses and database queries, significantly reducing system latency.
- Improved features, stability, and performance of a SaaS-based EMR/EHR system.
- Addressed critical time zone handling and data integrity issues, boosting system reliability.
Innovation in Technology Solutions
- Implemented AI-driven solutions for standardized image processing.
- Optimized content publication processes using Ruby, reducing time-to-market.
- Developed a web platform for external content submission, managing technology migration to standard publishing tools.
Education
Bachelor’s Degrees in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Computer Science
Cameron University, Lawton, OK
Skills
- Languages & Technologies: Ruby, Rails, Python, JavaScript, NodeJS, AI, SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL
- Tools: Git, Docker, Jira, RSpec, Sidekiq, Redis
- Methodologies: TDD, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SOLID, SAFe
Current Personal Projects
- Open Source: Released multiple Ruby gems, actively contributing to the open-source community.
- Generative AI (genAI): Developed
prompt_manager and aia, tools integrating Ruby with generative AI technologies.
- Publications: Authored articles exploring AI applications in software development.
Professional Affiliations
- Employers, Clients, and Mission-Critical Projects: 42six, ARAMCO, AFATDS, ASAS, Cameron Iron Works, CSC, DataMost, DARPA, EHR, EMR, GeoLogics, Innova Solutions, ISS, JISR, KIPU Health, Lifestance Health, LMMFC, M.D. Anderson Hospital, MEADS, NASA, NGA, Oddball, Raytheon, SAIC, SSTF, TacFire, TELOS Federal Systems, TEBO, United Methodist Church Upper Room Publications, University of Oklahoma Health Science Center, University of Texas Health and Education Research Center, USAF, US Army, VA, USMC, VRSIL