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 Joe Pepersack

Summary of Qualifications

I am a systems architect with over 20 years experience in designing, building, and administering web-based and client-server data management applications.

As a hands-on leader, I am able to provide the vision and technical expertise needed to direct a software development effort from inception through deployment. My communication skills allow me to function as an effective interface between technical staff, senior management, and business stakeholders. My technical skills give me the ability to independently create solutions and to resolve complex technical issues, as well as allowing me to serve as an escalation point for junior team members. My extensive experience as a mentor and instructor gives me the ability to effectively present and teach complex subject matter to a wide variety of audiences, across the entire spectrum of technical ability, in both formal and ad-hoc settings.

My background, which encompasses both software development and systems operations, gives me unusual insight as to what is required to create systems that are scalable, reliable, and easy to administer. My extensive first-hand experience working with a wide range of different languages, methodologies, and products has given me knowlege of their respective strengths and weaknesses in a real-world operational setting. This experience gives me the ability to select the best tool for a given job and to make decisions based on objective, measurable criteria and concrete examples rather than on subjective preferences or marketing claims.

While I am a passionate advocate of Open Source software and standards-based solutions, I do not ignore propriatary technologies when they deliver a superior return on investment or provide unique capabilities. My philosophy is that delivering results and meeting the needs of the business takes precedence over any other considerations.

I am proficient in many different programming languages, but my current preference is to work primarily in Perl and SQL. I am actively involved with emerging technologies such as Hadoop which seek to provide a more scalable alternative to traditional relational databases. I also have experience using the Cloud Computing model, primarily using Amazon Web Services, to provide a more cost-effective alternative to dedicated hosting options.

I am presently seeking a permanent technology leadership position with a growing company that recognizes and rewards creativity and vision. I am also open to long and short term consulting opportunities.