NEAL SOROCHAN
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Senior software development leader with over 20 years of experience delivering scalable, enterprise-grade solutions and leading high-performing teams. Demonstrated expertise in full-stack development, DevOps engineering, and quality assurance, with a strong focus on driving innovation, operational efficiency, and modernization. Skilled at aligning technology roadmaps with strategic business objectives and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve measurable results. Prioritizing a collaborative and inclusive environment, this professional empowers team members to contribute their best. The leadership style is built on clear communication, mentorship, and aligning individual strengths with organizational goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Solutions Architect (Contract)
LivingWorks
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Architected a seamless data migration from legacy systems into Salesforce, ensuring zero downtime during deployment
- Collaborated with Salesforce engineers to design and implement robust ETL processes delivering data integrity for critical business operations
Senior Software Technical Lead
IQommerce Corp
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Mitigated potential risks to projects by proactively identifying challenges and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Implemented Agile methodologies to improve project adaptability and responsiveness to changing requirements.
- Empowered team members (5) by providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback on their work.
- Developed scalable architecture designs to accommodate future growth while maintaining optimal system performance.
- Reduced deployment time by automating continuous integration and delivery pipelines (By 25%).
- Developed API endpoints for seamless integration with third-party services, expanding product functionality.
- Technologies Used: AWS, Node.js (NestJS), Docker, Typescript, MySQL, Vue.js, TypeORM, Web Sockets
Senior Software Development Team Lead
WIoT Inc
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Scheduled development timeframes, providing realistic and actionable frameworks for consistent development progress performance.
- Managed product roadmaps, aligning with company goals and ensuring timely delivery of key features.
- Mitigated potential risks to projects by proactively identifying challenges and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Developed scalable architecture designs to accommodate future growth while maintaining optimal system performance.
- Technologies Used: Go, Docker, Typescript, MQTT, GCP, PostgreSQL, React, Firebase, Web Sockets
Software Development Team Lead
Nude Solutions
03.2017 - 07.2020
- Improved code maintainability with consistent adherence to coding standards and guidelines across the team.
- Delivered high-quality code on time by effectively managing project timelines and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate software components seamlessly into existing systems.
- Contributed to the architecture design of complex software systems, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
- Trained new developers and programmers on company standards for design and review.
- Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
- Technologies Used: C#, Azure Cloud Services, Docker, Kubernetes, React, Web Sockets, Typescript, Entity Framework, REST, MongoDB, SQL Server
Software Team Lead
EnergyIQ
03.2015 - 11.2016
- Culture Cultivation: Drove agile practices, sprint planning, and code reviews to improve team culture and productivity
- Database Row-Level Security: Engineered and developed row-level security, which ensures privacy and compliance
- Delivered high-quality software products by applying industry best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
- Technologies Used: C#, Razor Engine, MVC, REST, MongoDB, JavaScript, Kendo UI, jQuery, NHibernate, SQL, Oracle, SSIS, SCRUM, Agile, Json
Senior Software Developer (Contract)
Shaw Communications
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, meeting both business and customer requirements.
- Ensured seamless integration of new technologies into existing systems by conducting thorough compatibility assessments.
- Delivered high-quality code on time by effectively managing project timelines and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Contributed to the architecture design of complex software systems, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
- Designed reusable modules that expedited the development process for subsequent projects without sacrificing stability or performance.
- Technologies Used: C#, NHibernate, REST, SQL Server
Software Team Lead (Contract)
TransAlta Corporation
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Delivered high-quality code on time by effectively managing project timelines and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate software components seamlessly into existing systems.
- Designed reusable modules that expedited the development process for subsequent projects without sacrificing stability or performance.
- Developed scalable applications for efficient data processing and management.
- Technologies Used: C#, NHibernate, WPF-NVVM, REST, Oracle, SQL Server, SSIS, Salesforce
Senior Software Developer (Contract)
Enmax Corporation
09.2008 - 05.2010
- Delivered high-quality code on time by effectively managing project timelines and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate software components seamlessly into existing systems.
- Developed scalable applications for efficient data processing and management.
- Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the code.
- Technologies Used: C#, JavaScript, jQuery, JSON, NHibernate, ASP.net, NUnit, Mock Objects, SQL Server, Oracle
Intermediate Software Developer
Quadrus Corp.
11.2005 - 06.2008
- Design and developed various client projects, including the Drop-In Center and United Way tax application
- Technologies Used: C#, Javascript, JQuery, AJAX, Asp.net MVC, NUnit, SQL Server, SSRS, SSIS, Crystal Enterprise, Java
Software Team Lead
HRorg Corp.
05.2003 - 10.2005
Software Developer
Seitel Solutions
01.2001 - 04.2003
Software Developer
MSI Systems Integration
05.1998 - 01.2001
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.1998
Skills
- Technical Architecture: Solution design, cloud architecture, microservices, and system integration
- Leadership: Enterprise-scale software development, mentoring, and team management
- Full-Stack Development: C#, React, Vuejs, TypeScript, and Java
- Critical Thinker: Ability to understand problems and find real work solutions
- DevOps Expertise: CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes
- Data Management: SQL Server, PostGreSQL, Oracle, and relational database design, in addition NoSQL Databases
- Agile Methodologies: Scrum, Kanban, iterative development practices
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Stakeholder engagement, and product leadership alignment
Accomplishments
- Architectural Achievements: Refactored the codebase and database structure to support multi-tenancy, enabling concurrent usage by multiple customers while ensuring strict data isolation and security. Transformed a previously single-tenant system into a scalable solution, significantly enhancing customer onboarding capacity and business growth potential.
- Leadership & Mentoring: Mentored and supported a team member to improve performance and achieve success in their role. Established a safe and open environment for communication, fostering trust and collaboration. Conducted weekly one-on-one meetings to provide constructive feedback, recognize achievements, and identify areas for growth. Successfully guided the team member to become a reliable and valued contributor to the team.
Training
- Microsoft Azure Courses
- Leading and Influencing Others
- LivingWorks safeTALK
Timeline
Solutions Architect (Contract)
LivingWorks
01.2024 - 04.2024
Senior Software Technical Lead
IQommerce Corp
01.2022 - 12.2023
Senior Software Development Team Lead
WIoT Inc
10.2020 - 12.2021
Software Development Team Lead
Nude Solutions
03.2017 - 07.2020
Software Team Lead
EnergyIQ
03.2015 - 11.2016
Senior Software Developer (Contract)
Shaw Communications
06.2013 - 02.2015
Software Team Lead (Contract)
TransAlta Corporation
06.2011 - 05.2013
Senior Software Developer (Contract)
Enmax Corporation
09.2008 - 05.2010
Intermediate Software Developer
Quadrus Corp.
11.2005 - 06.2008
Software Team Lead
HRorg Corp.
05.2003 - 10.2005
Software Developer
Seitel Solutions
01.2001 - 04.2003
Software Developer
MSI Systems Integration
05.1998 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Alberta
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