Michael Wildish
Trenton,ON
Summary
Accomplished software engineer with expertise in system design and data analysis, honed at Loyalist College. Proven leader in Agile environments, adept at optimizing code and enhancing team performance. Successfully integrated third-party APIs, improving application efficiency by 30%. Skilled in SQL programming and project management, driving innovative solutions and exceeding client expectations.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Programmer Analyst
Loyalist College
Belleville, Ontario
10.2006 - 06.2025
- Analyzed user requirements, developed detailed system design specifications and wrote program code for applications.
- Participated in regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project progress.
- Troubleshot and resolved complex programming issues in a timely and effective manner.
- Developed and implemented software solutions to improve efficiency of existing systems.
- Performed data analysis on large datasets using SQL queries and stored procedures.
- Participated in Agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Developed databases, web forms and file systems to fill different needs.
Senior Software Engineer
Diversinet
Toronto, Ontario
09.1996 - 07.2005
- Resolved complex issues related to software applications quickly and effectively.
- Assisted in the estimation of project scopes and timelines during planning phases.
- Led small development teams, overseeing project progress and mentoring junior engineers.
- Implemented robust code in multiple programming languages including Java, C++, and Python.
- Researched new technologies and methodologies to propose innovative software solutions.
Contract Programmer
Independant
Toronto, Ontario
06.1993 - 08.1996
- Maintained source code version control system for tracking changes in the project.
- Created database objects such as tables, views, stored procedures and functions in SQL Server.
- Analyzed customer requirements and developed technical specifications accordingly.
- Coordinated with project managers to ensure alignment with client expectations and project timelines.
- Participated in code reviews to maintain high development standards.
- Designed, developed, and implemented software applications according to specified requirements.
Project Leader
Rogers Communications
Toronto, Ontario
12.1989 - 05.1993
- Tested, debugged and corrected errors in programs to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Performed data analysis on large datasets using SQL queries and stored procedures.
- Optimized existing codebase for improved performance and scalability.
- Analyzed user requirements, developed detailed system design specifications and wrote program code for applications.
- Created detailed database designs to store, retrieve, and manage data efficiently.
- Integrated third-party APIs and services to enhance software functionality and user experience.
- Assisted in the estimation of project timelines, resources, and budget requirements for software development projects.
Education
Ontario 3 Year Advanced Diploma - Computer Electronics
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON04-1985
Skills
- Software development and system design
- Data analysis and SQL programming
- Agile methodologies and code optimization
- Team leadership
- Database management
- Project management
- User requirements analysis
- Application database architecture
- Code writing
- Web development
- Application design
- Hardware and software installation
- Web application development
- Web security
Timeline
Programmer Analyst
Loyalist College
10.2006 - 06.2025
Senior Software Engineer
Diversinet
09.1996 - 07.2005
Contract Programmer
Independant
06.1993 - 08.1996
Project Leader
Rogers Communications
12.1989 - 05.1993
Ontario 3 Year Advanced Diploma - Computer Electronics
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
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