Software Engineer
Oshkosh, Wisconsin Area
- Current
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- Consultant at mPower Innovations
- Past
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- Software Engineer at RAND Worldwide
- Software Engineer at RAND IMAGINiT Technologies
- Software Engineer at Taylor Technologies
- Software Engineer at Fox Valley Technical College
- Software Engineer at Vacation Connection
- Education
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- University of Phoenix
- Fox Valley Technical College
- Florence High School
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Chris Gountanis’s Summary
QUALIFICATIONS
I have over eight years experience as a Software Engineer designing and implementing dynamic web pages and stand-alone applications for various clients. While in many environments, I demonstrate a working knowledge of computer usage in the computer technology area. In addition to a developed competence in high-level computer languages, I am able to use the computer in technical problem solving. I have excelled in business application programming, network setup and satellite office implementation. Competencies include systems analysis and design, computer programming, database design, network technologies, information systems security, web technologies and project planning to implementation stages.
PROFESSIONAL GOALS
• Communicate effectively with people inside the corporation as well as external customers using a variety of communication methods including writing (paper and email), speaking and listening to communicate project status, document given projects, programs and end user training manuals
• Work cooperatively with others on a team to share information, resolve conflict and make decisions in all aspects of Information Technology or network operations
• Appreciate the need for continuous lifelong learning
• Exhibit ethical, responsible and dependable behavior
• Understand basic network and telecommunication concepts
• Understand and participate in structured System Development Life Cycle tasks of an information system from an initial request through implementation and system operation
• Use problem solving strategies to think critically and develop effective computer programs in a variety of programming languages utilizing technical manuals and programming utilities
• Interact with operating system software to use the hardware and application software of a computer system
• Develop a normalized relational database model and implement it with a relational DBMS (Database Management System)
Chris Gountanis’s Specialties:
OBJECTIVE
I would like to work with a team of great people to insure a productive and constant learning environment. I will provide the knowledge to successfully apply information technology theory and principles to address real world business opportunities and challenges. This forms the basis for continued career growth, life-long learning as an IT professional, and my continued goal of completing a future graduate program.
Chris Gountanis’s Experience
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Consultant
mPower Innovations
(Computer Software industry)
2005 — Present (4 years )
• Projects include, but are not limited to, the use of Autodesk Map3D, Autodesk MapGuide, and ESRI ArcGIS Server, while
utilizing a wide variety of database platforms on both Windows and Linux environments
• Administer the company’s email, CMS and CRM systems as well as other required day-to-day business applications
• Handle a majority of mPower’s software release content, NSIS installers and onsite/remote implementations regarding
database and geospatial solutions with advanced reporting
• Other tasks include but not limited to employee -
Software Engineer
RAND Worldwide
(Computer Software industry)
November 2008 — September 2009 (11 months)
Salesforce, Coldfusion, Server Administration, Network Team Support
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Software Engineer
RAND IMAGINiT Technologies
(Computer Software industry)
April 2006 — November 2008 (2 years 8 months)
• Projects include, but are not limited to, the use of Autodesk Map3D, Autodesk MapGuide, and ESRI ArcGIS, while utilizing
many different database platforms
• Administer the company’s Exchange email and SalesLogix CRM servers as well as other functional business applications
• Other secondary responsibilities include setting up branch offices with a solid internet connection, network wiring/wireless and
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Software Engineer
Taylor Technologies
(Computer Software industry)
September 2001 — April 2006 (4 years 8 months)
• Worked with end users to implement numerous projects throughout the school system
• Collaborating closely with other programmers in a team environment was necessary for project success.
• Aided in the school’s networking tasks
• Security privileges such as: SQL Server, network -
Software Engineer
Fox Valley Technical College
(Educational Institution; 501-1000 employees; Higher Education industry)
April 2000 — September 2001 (1 year 6 months)
• Worked with end users to implement numerous projects throughout the school system
• Collaborating closely with other programmers in a team environment was necessary for project success.
• Aided in the school’s networking tasks
• Security privileges such as: SQL Server, network drives and full control over web servers including the PeopleSoft server
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Software Engineer
Vacation Connection
(Hospitality industry)
January 1999 — April 2001 (2 years 4 months)
• Web programming utilizing classic ASP in a hosted environment
• Database administration and advanced report generation
• Designing the company’s website from scratch
• Making day-to-day changes including new dynamic content
• Implement applications to automate business
Chris Gountanis’s Education
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University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Software Engineering (BSIT/SE) , Computer Science, Networking, Programming, Mainframe , 2007 — 2009
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Fox Valley Technical College
IT-Programmer/Analyst AAS , Computer Science, Networking, Programming, Mainframe , 1999 — 2001
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Florence High School
1992 — 1995
Additional Information
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Chris Gountanis’s Interests:
Playing sports with my kids and obedience training large breed dogs. Computer upgrades and repair for friends and family.
Chris Gountanis’s Groups:
Autodesk Developer Network, Microsoft Developer Network
Chris Gountanis’s Honors:
URISA Website Task Force, Certificate of Appreciation.
Chris Gountanis’s Contact Settings
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