Mike Utley

Software Developer

I’m a software developer with over 13 years of experience and a proficiency in creative problem solving and leadership. I’m looking to progress in a team environment where I can add value to a meaningful product.

Work

Full Stack Software Engineer

ExecOnline
– Present
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to 3+ junior software developers, with several of them achieving multiple promotions.

  • Demonstrated ability to repeatedly push through difficult system migrations.

  • Played a pivotal role in spearheading successful refactoring projects, improving application performance and user experience.

  • Led critical features development as a Tech Lead, ensuring seamless integration and high-quality deliverables.

  • Implemented containerization for core software team development environment, streamlining development processes and boosting efficiency.

  • Contributed to the Site Reliability Engineering Team, ensuring smooth operation and reliability of critical systems.

Software Developer

Onset Financial
  • Refactored and optimized internal application, significantly enhancing its performance and contributing to a $25M increase in annual sales.

  • Integrated key business processes into the internal application, streamlining operations and contributing to a $50M sales increase over 4 years.

  • Developed integrations for multiple phone systems, improving communication efficiency of outbound sales efforts.

  • Created a pebble watch app to visualize sales metrics, providing real-time insights for better decision-making.

Software Developer

Saxton Horne (Larry H. Miller Group)
  • Collaborated with a team to build web applications for high-profile clients, including hi-chew.com, vivintarena.com, lhm.com, umia.com and tourofutah.com.

  • Contributed to the success of web projects for diverse clients, ensuring high-quality deliverables and meeting client expectations.

Head of IT

Green Ridge Builders
  • Managed virtual servers and ensured their smooth operation, minimizing downtime and enhancing system reliability.

  • Implemented office-wide LDAP authentication, enhancing security and simplifying user management.

  • Developed internal software for managing the build process, streamlining development workflows and reducing time-to-market.

  • Collaborated with external firms to develop web and social media presence, expanding the company's online reach.

IT Support / Junior Developer

Deals That Matter
  • Built a phone system using Asterisk, supporting 40+ sales reps and enhancing communication efficiency.

  • Provided IT support to ensure smooth operations and resolve technical issues.

  • Collaborated with the development team to fix bugs in their Ruby on Rails application, contributing to its stability and performance.

Volunteer

Mentor

– Present
  • Currently mentoring a friend making a career change into software. We have been meeting weekly for the past 4 months.

  • Mentored a senior in highschool meeting regularly on a weekly basis for 6 months to complete a senior project (building a computer game using Unity)

Skills

Languages

  • HTML
  • Graphql
  • CSS
  • SCSS
  • SQL
  • Javascript
  • Typescript
  • Ruby

Libraries / Technology

  • Docker
  • CI/CD
  • HTTP/HTTPS
  • Git
  • AWS
  • Mobx
  • JSON APIs
  • background jobs
  • REST
  • HATEOS
  • Postgres
  • Rails
  • React
  • Redis
  • Ruby Gems
  • Tailwindcss

Soft Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Collaborative
  • Team Player
  • Delivers on Time
  • Emotional Intelligence

Languages

English

Native speaker

Spanish

Proficient

Interests

General

  • Caving
  • Family
  • Fishing
  • Food
  • Golf
  • Off-roading

Technology

  • Home Surveillance
  • DIY Construction Projects
  • Home Automation
  • VOIP