Adam Erickson

Veteran’s Preference 10 points | Active DoD Secret Clearance

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic and results-driven IT professional with over 20 years in Information Systems and 8+ years in Java application development. Expert in developing and maintaining secure, scalable Java Spring Boot REST and SOAP services, full-stack web applications, and custom libraries. Adept at deploying applications in AWS environments and integrating systems seamlessly. Proven leadership in DevOps processes using tools like Bitbucket, Maven, and Jenkins to streamline code deployment. Holds an active DoD Secret Clearance and extensive experience supporting military and federal IT projects.

SKILLS

Technical Skills:

• Programming Languages: Java (8+ years), Python, JavaScript, JSP, Shell scripting.
• Frameworks & Libraries: Spring Boot (REST, MVC), Hibernate, Camel, JMS.
• Web Development: React, HTML, CSS, JSP, Servlets, Thymeleaf.
• APIs & Web Services: RESTful services, SOAP services.
• Database Management: Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL; proficient in writing complex queries and stored procedures.
• DevOps & CI/CD: Experience with Jenkins (pipeline creation and maintenance), Maven, Gradle, and Git/Bitbucket for version control.
• Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda), deployment and data integration.
• Search & Indexing: Elasticsearch for data search and scoring.
• Tools & IDEs: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, SQL Developer, VS Code, Toad.
• Version Control: Git, Bitbucket, SVN.
• Server Management: JBoss EAP, Tomcat, Apache, WebSphere.

Soft Skills:

• Problem Solving: Expertise in diagnosing complex technical issues and developing practical solutions.
• Project Management: Demonstrated experience in leading and managing technical projects.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical documentation.
• Team Collaboration: Skilled in mentoring and collaborating within cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability & Learning: Commitment to continuous learning and adapting to new technologies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Java Software Engineer

Dine Source, Beavercreek, OH (subsidiary transfer)

April 2024 – Present

• Working as the technical lead during the transition of the CAV system from Navy CAVNAV to Air Force CAVAF, with a targeted completion by February 2024.
• Providing leadership in technical architecture, development strategy, and integration planning.
• Mentoring and assisting other developers on various projects.

Java Application Developer

Spin Systems, Falls Church, VA (SpinSys-Dine after Dec 2023 acquisition by Dine Development Corporation)

August 2021 – March 2024

• Conducted requirements analysis, technical support, system engineering, cybersecurity, and full SDLC activities from design to documentation.
• Led full SDLC, delivering technical designs, code, test plans, and verification for scalable IT systems.
• Created technical documentation and developed Java/J2EE web services to enhance functionality and integration.
• Managed all phases of ACS DAL design to deployment, enabling seamless MIDS system communication and GENESIS EHR integration.

Notable Contributions:

• DMDC-MDR: Consolidated personnel records weekly for consistency across multiple PID segments.
• HCE-DRS: Automated the transfer and processing of patient data from SFTP to AWS S3 and Redshift for the Joint Hearing Loss and Auditory System Injury Registry.
• EHA: Developed a REST application converting HL7 to JSON for sharing health records in the RHRP.
• NMO: Transitioned SOAP services to REST for Navy Medical Online, parsing data to XML as required.
• HL7: Contributed to the development and testing of HL7 records for the GENESIS EHR system.
• PHA Backend Services: Created microservices to optimize Physical Health assessment data handling.
• SQL-Proxy: Engineered SQL proxies through AWS MIPS in the AVHE environment.

Java Software Engineer

Gordon Food Service, Lansing, MI,

March 2015 – December 2016

Emergency Code Management & Performance Optimization:

• Organized emergency code interventions to maintain critical uptime for warehouse distribution centers, implementing vital functional enhancements and performance optimizations to the warehouse management system.

Software Quality Leadership & Standards Compliance:

• Quality standards and practices manager for the Warehouse Management System (WMS), elevating software reliability using SonarQube and test-driven development and software like SonarQube. Established and enforced problem-resolution standards, aligning with team-developed guidelines. Systematically documented vital performance metrics.

Java Software Developer

IBM: Lansing, MI

 January 2012 – March 2015

Deployment Efficiency Breakthrough:

• Revolutionized DevOps processes by implementing Shell scripting and Jenkins Pipelines and reducing deployment times from a few hours to 10 minutes from build to deployment. This pivotal enhancement quadrupled daily testing frequency from 3 to 12+ deployments, drastically improving the development feedback loop and accelerating project agility.

Advanced Tech Stack Mastery:

• I have demonstrated exceptional technical expertise by leveraging a comprehensive tech stack, including Linux, Eclipse, Trac, Tomcat, Apache, Java, Maven, Ant, AWS, Jenkins, Junit, Swing MVC Framework, Shell, PL/SQL, Python, Splunk, and SVN. My adept application of these technologies was crucial in delivering a high-performance web application aligned with strategic business goals.

AWS Migration & Scalability Enhancement:

• I have provided a seamless transition to Amazon Web Services (AWS), utilizing EC2, Elastic Beanstalk, and S3 to enhance scalability and performance significantly. My hands-on contribution in crafting tests and assisting architects during the migration process was instrumental in ensuring the application’s reliability and operational excellence.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications

• AWS Certified Developer, 2022 – October 2024 Valid until October 2024, demonstrating expertise in developing and deploying scalable applications.
• AWS Cloud Practitioner, 2021 – October 2024

Education

• S. in Information Systems Management, emphasizing leadership and advanced IT management knowledge. 2008 – 2011, Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI. (Magna Cum Laude)
• S. in Computer Information Systems, 2005 – 2008, Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI. (Cum Laude)
• A.S. in Business Computer Programming, 2000 – 2005, Muskegon Community College, Muskegon, MI