Senior Ruby on Rails Engineer
Email: carl.smith@hey.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carltonsmith/
GitHub: https://github.com/carltonsmith
Phone: Available Upon Request
Exemplary Software Engineering Leader with a distinguished career spanning over two decades, specializing in the development of scalable software and leadership of high-performance teams. Known for my strategic acumen in driving product innovation, operational excellence, and significant revenue growth, I bring a profound technical expertise across a comprehensive technology stack, underscored by a dynamic approach to leadership and problem-solving.
Programming Languages: Ruby, Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL, C# .NET Cloud and DevOps: Docker, AWS, CI/CD pipelines Web Development: RESTful and GraphQL APIs, microservices architecture Project Management: Agile & ShapeUp methodologies, team leadership, developer mentoring Quality Assurance: Code quality, security best practices, continuous improvement
Secondary Proficiencies: Docker, AWS, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, Postman, C# .NET, Mulesoft, ColdFusion
Gig Wage, Dallas, TX | Remote
VP of Engineering (July 2022 - Present).
- Fulfilled the role within the Executive Leadership Team, overseeing a globally distributed engineering and QA team.
- Led the strategic transition to microservice architecture to enhance application performance at scale.
- Instituted BaseCamp Shape Up development cycles, optimizing product development processes.
- Managed the hiring and retention of engineering and QA resources, ensuring a robust talent pipeline.
- Contributed to code 50% of my time in Ruby on Rails
- Achievement: Spearheaded efforts that resulted in a tenfold increase in revenue over 13 months, highlighting my impact on business growth through technological and strategic innovations.
Director of Engineering (May 2021 - July 2022)
- Oversaw daily operations of the engineering and QA teams, upholding the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices.
- Championed team growth through dedicated weekly one-on-one meetings and coaching sessions.
- Contributed to code 75% of my time in Ruby on Rails
- Achievement: Enhanced product quality and operational efficiency, establishing a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the engineering department.
L&L Web Consulting, Farmington Hills, MI | Remote
Freelance Ruby on Rails Consultant (Dec 2018 - May 2021)
- Led the development and management of Ruby on Rails web applications, addressing client needs with bespoke solutions.
- Orchestrated project teams for diverse web projects, delivering comprehensive and high-quality web solutions.
- Provided strategic consultancy on database and web strategy, including RESTful and GraphQL API implementations.
- Achievement: Consistently maintained a 5-star rating with 100% customer satisfaction on Upwork, reflecting my commitment to excellence and client success.
Raft, Washington D.C. | Remote
Sr. Full Stack Developer / Technical Lead (Jul 2020 - May 2021)
- Contributed to a Ruby on Rails API and React frontend project, showcasing my full-stack development capabilities.
- Led the technical direction of a Python/Django Rest Framework project, ensuring best practices in a Dockerized environment.
- Achievement: Delivered a scalable and secure application, setting a benchmark for development and leadership excellence.
BioIVT, Detroit, MI
Data Integration Specialist (Aug 2019 - Jul 2020)
- Spearheaded the development of custom Mulesoft applications for ERP integration, enhancing data integration solutions.
- Developed web tools in C# .NET Razor Pages, hosted in Azure, to facilitate global inventory management.
- Achievement: Significantly improved inventory management processes worldwide, showcasing my ability to solve complex technological challenges.
Clarivate Analytics, Ann Arbor, MI
Techstreet Technology Manager (Mar 2018 - Dec 2018)
- Led the technology team, driving platform enhancements in Ruby on Rails and Angular and managing engineering project budgets.
- Served as the main point of contact for technical and business discussions, fostering improved project outcomes.
- Contributed code 50% of my time in Ruby on Rails
- Achievements: Enhanced coding standards and test suite coverage, contributing to the platform's reliability and performance. Delivered migration to AWS on time and on budget. Transformed the team from a siloed culture to a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
AIAG - Automotive Industry Action Group, Southfield, MI
Web Manager (July 2013 - Mar 2018)
- Directed corporate web product development and maintenance, ensuring agile project management and high-quality deliverables.
- Managed a team of developers and consultants, optimizing web product development and maintenance processes.
- Contributed code 75% of my time in ColdFusion, C# .NET and Ruby on Rails
- Achievement: Improved project delivery timelines and team dynamics through effective leadership and agile methodologies
Foundation648 - Indianapolis, IN (Remote)
Director of Application Development (Oct 2011 - Jul 2013)
TEKGROUP International - Ann Arbor, MI
Project Coordinator/ Lead Developer (July 2007 - Aug 2011)
NuTechs, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Software Engineering Consultant (Oct 2006 - Jun 2007)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Southfield MI
Senior Engineer (May 2000 - Oct 2006)
United States Air Force (Apr 1994 - Apr 2000) Chinese Mandarin Cryptologic Linguist
- Excelsior University - Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies with a dual concentration on Computer Information Systems and Chinese Mandarin
- Continuous learning through certifications, workshops, and conferences in software engineering and agile methodologies.