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Bismark Appah

Chatham

Summary

Accomplished Senior Software Engineer with a proven track record at Extron and MRI Software LLC (previously called Real Asset Management LTD), enhancing software functionality and leading agile project deliveries. Expert in C#, .Net, Delphi and API development, I significantly improved performance and user experience through innovative solutions and effective team collaboration. Skilled in code optimization and fostering high-quality standards, my strategic approach resulted in increased productivity and project success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Design Applications Software Engineer

Extron
07.2019 - Current
  • Optimized existing software systems for enhanced performance, resulting in reduced processing time and improved user experience.
  • Streamlined deployment processes through continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines, enabling faster release cycles while maintaining quality standards.
  • Implemented robust testing strategies to identify and address bugs, ensuring reliable software functionality and minimizing customer complaints.
  • Conducted thorough code reviews to maintain high coding standards, ultimately improving overall software quality and performance.
  • Contributed to architectural decisions for various projects, resulting in more efficient design patterns and optimized resource utilization.
  • Led agile development methodologies adoption within the team, increasing project completion rates and overall productivity.
  • Developed high-quality software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams and following best practices in software design.
  • Collaborated with product managers to translate business requirements into technical specifications, ensuring accurate implementation of desired features.
  • Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
  • Estimated work hours and tracked progress using Scrum methodology.

Senior Software Engineer

MRI Software LLC
02.2011 - 06.2019
  • Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Regularly reviewed peers'' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality.
  • Developed robust, scalable, modular and API-centric infrastructures.
  • Estimated work hours and tracked progress using Scrum methodology.
  • Coordinated deployments of new software, feature updates and fixes.
  • Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

University of Hull
Hull, United Kingdom
01-2011

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana
03-2008

Skills

  • C#, Net and Net Core
  • Delphi (Pascal)
  • SQL
  • Object-oriented programming
  • API development
  • Agile methodologies
  • Web technologies
  • Code optimization and review
  • Software lifecycle
  • Unit testing
  • Code review
  • JIRA

Timeline

Senior Design Applications Software Engineer

Extron
07.2019 - Current

Senior Software Engineer

MRI Software LLC
02.2011 - 06.2019

Master of Science - Computer Science

University of Hull

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

KNUST
Bismark Appah