A Software Contractor is hired to undertake responsibility for developing, designing, and implementing new or modified software products or ongoing business projects. While the duties vary based on the software requirements of the organization, the following are certain common work activities often listed on the Software Contractor Resume – liaising with the business analysts and development managers and ensuring software projects meet requirements; researching, and managing software programs, testing and evaluating new programs, identifying areas for modification in existing programs and developing these modifications, writing and implementing efficient codes, determining operational practicality, and working closely with other developers, UX designers, and systems analysts.
A degree and a technical background are required to work as a Software Contractor. Degrees in subjects such as computer science, software programming, and development, or computer software engineering are often highlighted on resumes. As well as the formal qualification, the job description should outline the following skills – knowledge and interest in computer systems and the latest technologies, the ability to learn new technologies, an analytical mind, the ability to communicate complex procedures, commercial and business awareness; and strong communication skills.
Headline : Software Contractor with extensive experience in implementing, developing, testing, maintaining and supporting Web based applications using Microsoft Technologies including .NET Framework [] ASP.NET, ASP.NET MVC, C#, WPF, AJAX, LINQ, IIS, Web Services, WCF, HTML, DHTML, XML, CSS, ADO.NET, SQL, Oracle, SSIS, SSRS, JQuery, JavaScript, VB Script and ASP.
Skills : Training Skills, Data Analyst.
Description :
Focused primarily on improvements to credit processes, Equipment Catalog and Invoicing.
Focused on improvement's to lease delivery processes, products, workflows, data capture, credit work, notifications and documentation.
Reduced the number of fields based on usage.
Determined which fields in OLS are only used on a small number of transactions (5-10%).
Conditionally required or hide fields based on transaction scenarios.
Added or removed fields and modify field requirements of Lease Application.
Designed and developed an invoicing and ordering web portal for use by our client NetJets.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelors Of Computer Science
Software Contractor Resume
Headline : To be part of a highly professional and competitive team that will utilize my analytical and programming skills to achieve operational excellence, fostering incremental corporate growth.
Skills : Documentational Skills, Java.
Description :
Validated the latest CPP UNIT 1.12.0 version for the PET/CT scanners by designing the test cases for these machines.
Used PERL for versions updates 23.
Designed and improved Traceability Matrix of Requirements- for the PET/CT machines to achieve efficient internal/external audit requirements.
Developed a new interface for the PET/CT gantry based simulator- Visual C++.
Automated simulation of SRS using PERL Script.
Collected System logs and manipulating SRS data using JScript, VBScript +NT command shell.
Designed a Trending Component at the client side to interact with ICS using WebServices, Interprocess Communication, Named Pipes.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma In Computer Science
Software Contractor Resume
Headline : Talented software developer with solid background in .net technologies. Work well alone and as part of a team. Effective communicator with strong technical documentation skills. Committed to jobs assigned and always make sure it is completed on time with perfection.
Built a client-facing PDF generator which converted mobile app data to a completed state agency contaminated site-inspection PDF form.
Built client-facing radon alert/monitoring system in PHP.
Redesigned many client-facing and internal aspects of website on Codeigniter (3.0) and Boostrap (3) frameworks (Not yet in use, but viewable at feeder.terradex.com).
Made decisions on frameworks and technologies.
Created and presently manage a remotely-manageable development environment system/workflow presently used by all team members to allow development in environments matching the production server.
Completed various system administration tasks on an as-needed basis on a complex seven-server, four-database stack, comprised of technologies such as PostgreSQL, MSSQL, Wordpress, Linux (Ubuntu), SVN, Rackspace, AWS and Dreamhost.
Completed client-facing daily operations as necessary.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts
Software Contractor Resume
Summary : A graduate from the University of Missouri Engineering School in Columbia with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Minor in Mathematics. I have a background in Java middleware, MySQL database, and Cloud tech/infrastructure such as OpenStack, Mesos, Marathon, and Docker. I also have experience with web technologies such as Javascript, jQuery, and Node.
Skills : RTOS, C/C++, Embedded Systems, Medical Devices, Image.
Description :
Worked closely with the client and IT management and staff to identify application development solutions, new or modified programs, reuse of existing code through the use of program development software alternatives, or integration of purchased solutions or a combination of the available alternatives.
Researched and evaluated alternative solutions and recommend the most efficient and cost-effective application programming solution.
May coded new or modified programs, reuse existing code through the use of program development software alternatives, and/or integrate purchased solutions.
Documented, tested, implemented, and provided ongoing support for the applications.
Exercised considerable creativity, foresight, and judgment in conceiving, planning, and delivering initiatives.
Used deep professional knowledge and acumen to advise functional leaders.
Focused on providing thought leadership within Application Development while working on broader projects that require an understanding of wider business.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Software Contractor Resume
Summary : As Core team leader I have been responsible for managing and leading a team of 10 engineers to improve performance and user interface for wireless communications products. Versatile software developer with extensive experience in the areas of software applications and embedded firmware for medical device instruments as well embedded firmware for defense-related instruments and wireless devices.
Membered of Neuro division with responsibilities for Patient Therapy Module for InterStim requiring extensive knowledge of uC/OS-II RTOS using the Keil firmware development toolset.
Executed NGP (Next Generation Programmer) development, TMTI (Telemetry M Test Integration), and Artifact/ECG testing; requiring extensive knowledge of the Telemetry protocols and the overall Telemetry system, along with the uC/OS-II RTOS using Keil toolset.
Supported Telemetry C (wireless) firmware via scriptwriting, unit tests, updating development code.
Supported the In-Home Remote Monitor telemetry system using Tornado as host and VxWorks as a target.
Developed MSP430 embedded firmware to control RF registers using IAR embedded workbench, as well as the Serial Communications for telemetry on the 9790 Programmer.
Designed and developed features in C language for the 9790 Programmer software (running Byte-BOS on DSP and VRTX on 486/Pentium).
Featured included was an application for detecting artifacts, telemetry code for automatically identifying implantable devices, printer code to interface to a strip chart recorder, implemented installation software installation, and supported serial I/O communications.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor Of Science
Software Contractor Resume
Summary : A well-rounded Software Contractor with 10+ years of embedded systems software development experience in storage and networking domains. Sound knowledge and experience of Linux Kernel and Linux Drivers. M.S. in Computer Science and B.S. in Computer Engineering. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong system analysis, problem-solving and debugging skills. Able to see the big-picture and the critical detail.
Responsible for the development of the Dynamic Device Recognition module that will qualify the flash storage disks inserted in the MARS.
Involved in the maintenance of the storage module of the MARS flash-based RAID Controller.
Responsible for solving bugs and delivering features in a timely manner.
Involved in the Design and Requirements gathering of Dynamic Device Recognition module.
Responsible for developing the documentation and debugging Wikipedia in my areas of ownership & DDR.
Involved in the support of the SAS diagnostic module.
Responsible for providing comments and suggestions to the managers in making informed decisions on design choices.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS
Software Contractor Resume
Headline : Accomplished and energetic leader with a solid history of achievement in software development, Mike has strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Areas of expertise include managing development tasks for a team of developers; bridging the gap between the product owners and the technical team; working hand in hand with the executive team to ensure successful and timely delivery of vital projects.
Led Software Engineer for development of testing environment and scripts for EGSE testing of the PDDU ( the power controller flight box ) for the INSIGHT mission to land on MARS.
Created scripts to parse and collect data from test logs created during environmental testing that will be used in post-test trend analysis.
Set of scripts gathered and collated like data into data summary files.
Managed upgrades of memory monitor alarm handling routines for SCADA software product including development and testing of diagnostic.
Required critically processing incoming data and notifying stakeholders of excavation and construction events on polluted properties.
Debugged various web-crawling and email-crawling script errors and ensured daily import of Terradex's existing data sources.
Suggested plans for future management.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S.
Software Contractor Resume
Summary : Over 11 years of wide-ranging experiences with EMC's Documentum ECM platform, providing results in the areas of installation/configuration/administration, customer support, large-scale content import (110M docs), the creation of custom DFC & Java based Documentum utilities, and the design/implementation/maintenance of Documentum business process Workflows.
Skills : Planning Skills, Retail, Testing Skills.
Description :
Joined a team of three developers at Altech as a contractor for my company Alsys cc, to work on their Operator Interface Concept Demonstrator development program.
Developed a user interface for a Weapon Control System for the South African Navy.
Limited functionality concept demonstrator focusing on usability issues to address critical operator response time, in threat situations.
Developed custom graphical entities using the Windows GDI to do this.
Lead the DB development team to improve Employee Leave/Record database saving 120 man-days.
Provided project and technical support for 137 retail stores in the implementation of new Biometric Securetouch Payroll Check Cashing system (Pilot) which involved project documentation and addressing of technical and non-technical problems encountered by customer service representatives at the stores.
Coordinated activities performed by a third-party vendor and managed the release of software to all the pilot stores.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
B.S. In Computer Science
Software Contractor Resume
Objective : Background includes embedded software development, integration, debugging, unit test, system test. Hands-on experience in hardware-software integration, fault isolation, and test plans. Technology: Embedded software (PowerPC, CPU, and Micro-controller), DSP, Voice and Data Communications, Command Control and Communication, Radar Interface and Display, Distributed Test, Unit Test, BIT, FQT.
Skills : Languages Java, Ruby, JavaScript RDBMS/DBMS Oracle.
Description :
Built and maintained Java-based Portal DS- Legacy Xfinity platform to enhance the user experience.
Developed and delivered the new My Xfinity customer service portal with microservices of Polaris and Galactus.
Built and implemented Spring Security to manage user authentication and authorization for My Xfinity, bringing less than 8% user stories from production reports.
Designed, developed, and maintained a high-performance Enterprise Service platform and middleware using Java, Spring to offer PortalsDS users' experience.
Conducted Agile software methodology, following Test Driven Development (TDD) to develop an application that reduced the project deliveries from three weeks to 10 days.
Leveraged and developed test-driven components as active DevOps roles, working closely with QA engineers, business stakeholders, and production management teams by reducing one day of testing cycle time.
Used Java, Spring, Maven, JUnit, Ruby on Rails, JRuby, Haml, FreeMarker.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master Of Science
Software Contractor Resume
Summary : As a Software Contractor, responsible for Ensuring estimates of time and cost are as accurate as possible and projects are completed to our quality standards, on time, and within budget, Designing and coding custom web applications and/or report changes.
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