
Hi, I’m Darius L McQueen, Senior Software Manager/Architect, MBA and MSIT graduate.
With a Bachelors in Computer Information Systems, MBA, MSIT, and 4 years in a Project Manager Role, I have the education and experience to plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. With a mastering of the SDLC and AGILE, I have the capability to help determine the information technology goals of an organization and implement computer systems to meet those goals.
Along with a firm understanding of design methodology, I have mastered many programming languages and environments. I possess all the necessary tools to take a project from concept to conception. My keen knowledge of business practices, MBA, strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, analytical and decision-making skills leverages my management qualification, and allow to me make important business decisions.
~Darius
03/21 – Current
- Full stack Web development.
- Applied Systems Engineering Research
- Engineering Software Development,
- Department of Defense Research & Development.
- Plan, design, develop, debug, implement and support web-based software applications and services. (Django, React, .Net, C#, VB, SQL, jQuery, Angular2+, HTML5, Sass, MVC, Entity Framework, Asp.Net Core, Node.js, Bootstrap).
- Design, develop and implement software and tooling to aid in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) for military applications.
- Support the Department of Defense (DoD) in the research and development of model-based and data-driven processes across multiple functionalities to improve acquisition decisions and system life cycle support.
12/20 – 03/2021
- Full stack Web development.
- Plan, design, develop, debug, implement and support web-based software applications and services. (.Net, C#, VB, SQL, jQuery, Angular2+, HTML5, Sass, MVC, Entity Framework, Asp.Net Core, Node.js, Bootstrap).
- Created functional and technical documentation for software application features;
- Developed Stored Procedures, Functions and Triggers using SQL.
1/19 - 05/20
- Promoting best practices and establishing team processes.
- Working with Product Management to plan, groom, and prioritize feature development.
- Agile Coaching.
- Building roadmaps, engineering plans, and schedule estimates.
- Performing code reviews and ensuring proper design and delivery of major features.
- Deploying software to staging and Production environments.
- Fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Identifying infrastructure and architectural investment needs.
- Coaching & mentoring software engineers.
- Vetting, interviewing, and building teams to keep up with demand of a growing company.
- Plan, design, develop, debug, implement and support web-based software applications and services;
- Manage the lifecycle of code development, from ideation to sprints to deployment.
- Conducting 1-1s and giving performance evaluations.
1/17 - 12/18
DEVELOPMENT
- Plan, design, develop, debug, implement and support web-based software applications and services;
- Modified existing software to add new features, correct errors, allow it to function in new operating environments, or improve performance. C# – jQuery ? AngularJS – HTML – CSS;
- Participated in planning for software development projects, and ensured projects were concluded according to the planned delivery dates;
- Managed the lifecycle of code development, from ideation to sprints to deployment
- Executed full-stack website launches specializing in front-end features, browser manipulation, and cross-browser compatibility.
- Converted new UI mock-ups into a fully functional HTML/CSS/ANGUALRJS/Web-Responsive web application.
SCRUM MASTER/PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- Organized and facilitated sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, reviews, retrospectives, release planning, demos and other Scrum-related meetings.
- Managed a cross functional team of 7 developers, 3 offshore ? Greece, 4 ? US.
- Protected team from over-commitment, managed backlog, prioritized resolution of defects/bugs as evidenced by the on-time delivery of major initiatives.
- Tracked and communicated team velocity and sprint/release progress.
- Communicated with other management, engineers, product managers and support specialists on product issues.
- Taught the team to create clear and concise epics/stories.
- Assisted team with making appropriate commitments through story selection, sizing and task definition and participated proactively in developing and maintaining team standards, tools and best practices reducing development time.
UI/UX
- Provided user interface design for Web-based projects, including dashboards, widgets, and products.
- Developed HTML prototypes and UI deliverables, such as wireframes, flowcharts, screen mock-ups, and interface design specifications.
- Designed user interface for desktop and Web-based products, from conceptualization and detailed user interface and functionality design through implementation.
- Worked with production team to implement UI and create enhancements to optimize user experience.
- Helped create interactive prototypes and UI specifications, including screen layouts, color palettes, typography, and user-interface elements.
- Assisted with walk-throughs and usability testing. Update UI per changing needs and requirements.
8/16 - 12/16
- Plan, design, develop, debug, implement and support web-based software applications and services;
- Modified existing software to add new features, correct errors, allow it to function in new operating environments, or improve performance. C# – jQuery ? AngularJS – HTML – CSS;
- Worked on a shared code base, in a team environment, cooperating with co-located and remote team members;
- Created dynamic web sites, platforms, and applications with .NET, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL;
- Improved software quality by conducting systems analysis, and recommending changes in policies and procedures;
- Participated in planning for software development projects, and ensured projects were concluded according to the planned delivery dates;
08/15 - 06/16
- Plan, design, develop, debug, implement and support web-based software applications and services
- Modify existing software to add new features, correct errors, allow it to function in new operating environments, or improve performance
- Work on a shared code base, in a team environment, cooperating with co-located and remote team members
- Improve software quality by conducting systems analysis, and recommending changes in policies and procedures
- Participate in planning for software development projects, and ensure projects are concluded according to the planned delivery dates
- Produce detailed software design and specifications
- Represent the team in collaborations with partners and clients as needed
- Comply with project coding standards and industry best practices
12/14 - 8/15
- Create dynamic web sites, platforms, and applications with .NET, HTML, CSS, ASP, and SQL
- Gather functional and technical specifications from various team leads and end users;
- Create functional and technical documentation for software application features;
- Develop Stored Procedures, Functions and Triggers using T-SQL;
- Create dynamic web sites, platforms, and applications with .NET, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL;
- Execute testing process through unit testing and debugging software;
06/14 - 12/14
- Create dynamic web sites, platforms, and applications with .NET, HTML, CSS, ASP, and SQL
- Take Business Requirements and develop them into IT Solutions;
- Built interactive Elearnings and websites for training delivery and testing;
- Sharepoint Deveopment and Design;
03/07 - Present
- Application development using Visual Studio (2008, 2010, 2012);
- Designed and developed Web-Forms using ASP.NET;
- Developing User Interface (UI) as per the design specifications;
- Creating tools and processes to enhance and improve process workflow;
- SQL Development, ability to write and troubleshoot SQL Code and design (stored procedures, functions, tables, views, indexes, constraints);
- Design of public web-service solution, writing design documentation;
Tallahassee, FL 04/2021
Tallahassee, FL 05/2020
Tallahassee, FL 05/2018
Tallahassee, FL 2014