Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Mark Church is a seasoned Strategic Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in the technology industry. He specializes in designing and implementing robust cloud infrastructure solutions to drive business growth and efficiency.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
Strategic Cloud Engineer at Dell EMC (2018-10-01 to Present)
- Serves as a subject matter expert, guiding clients through the complexities of cloud migration and optimization
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop tailored cloud strategies that align with business objectives
- Oversees the deployment and management of highly available, scalable cloud environments
Principal Software Engineer at Virtustream (2018-04-01 to Present)
- Leads the design and development of innovative cloud-based applications and services
- Ensures the reliability, performance, and security of mission-critical cloud infrastructure
- Mentors junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Systems Reliability Engineer at Virtustream (2015-11-01 to Present)
- Monitors and maintains the operational integrity of Virtustream's cloud platforms
- Troubleshoots complex issues and implements proactive measures to prevent service disruptions
- Collaborates with product teams to enhance the resiliency and scalability of cloud services
Application Architect at NIC (2014-08-01 to Present)
- Designs and oversees the implementation of mission-critical web-based applications
- Ensures the seamless integration of cloud-based services and on-premises systems
- Drives the adoption of best practices in software engineering and DevOps methodologies
Director of Development at Colorado Interactive (2006-01-01 to Present)
- Leads a team of developers responsible for building and maintaining enterprise-level web applications
- Establishes and enforces coding standards, software development lifecycles, and quality assurance processes
- Collaborates with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Past Roles
Lead Application Developer at NIC (1995-01-01 to 2003-01-01)
- Developed and maintained web-based applications for state and local government agencies
- Mentored junior developers, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Contributed to the modernization of legacy systems and the adoption of emerging technologies
Academic Background
Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Michigan, where he graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Cloud architecture and migration strategies
- Software development and engineering
- Systems reliability and operations
- DevOps methodologies and tools
- Agile project management
- Stakeholder management and collaboration
Professional Impact
- Spearheaded the successful migration of a major client's IT infrastructure to the cloud, resulting in a 30% reduction in operating costs and improved reliability
- Designed and implemented a highly available, scalable cloud platform that supported the rapid growth of a start-up client, leading to a 50% increase in user adoption
- Contributed to the development of a cutting-edge cloud-based application that received industry recognition for its innovative features and user experience
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and proven track record of delivering successful cloud-based solutions, Mark Church is well-positioned to drive digital transformation and fuel the growth of organizations across various industries. As a Strategic Cloud Engineer, he remains committed to collaborating with clients to harness the power of cloud computing and unlock new opportunities for business success.