Jon

JON D. STONE
S o f t wa r e A rc h i t ec t | Pro p ul s i o n Sp ec i a l i s t | Cr ea t i v e P h o t o g ra p h er

Kyiv, Ukraine [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) github.com/jondstone

SUMMARY SKILLS
Experienced engineer with 8+ years of expertise spanning propulsion systems, software Languages
architecture, and development. Proficient in designing innovative solutions, developing C# .NET, C++, Python, PHP,
advanced algorithms, and leading cross-functional teams on complex projects. Skilled in C#,
.NET Core 2.0, ASP.NET,
Python, and cutting-edge technologies, with a focus on precision and adaptability in both
HTML5, CSS3, XML, React,
engineering and software domains.
JavaScript

EXPERIENCE Databases
MySQL, SQL
Lead Engineer and Developer
Confidential R&D Initiatives
Cloud Services
2023 – Present Eastern Ukraine Azure (Service Bus, Cosmos DB,
Contributed to confidential engineering and software development efforts in Ukraine, Application Insights, Search
leveraging expertise in advanced technologies and custom algorithm design. Service)
AWS
• Designed innovative engineering solutions tailored to unique project requirements.
• Developed custom algos to address specialized challenges in software and hardware.
• Collaborated on cutting-edge projects requiring precision, discretion, and adaptability.
Deployment Services
Azure DevOps, GitHub, Bicep
Templates, PowerShell
Lead C# and Azure Developer
Affima Consulting | Microsoft
IDE
2020 – 2021, 2022 - 2023 Seattle, WA VS 2022, VS Code, Qt Designer
Lead Developer for SiGMA - Driver Servicing at Microsoft, managing data for internal and
external teams to evaluate driver compatibility in Windows. CAD
SolidWorks, Flow Simulation
• Led a team of developers and analysts, mentoring junior members, overseeing cross-
functional projects, and driving collaboration.
• Migrated systems to independent Azure subscriptions, developed REST APIs, and Microcontrollers
implemented scalable solutions, including Cosmos DB queries and NuGet Packages. Arduino, STM32
• Automated testing with pre-deployment unit tests and designed Kusto alerts to
enhance monitoring, reliability, and team independence.
Other
Python Developer and Pipeline Engineer Adobe (Photoshop, Lightroom,
Premiere Pro)
Affima Consulting | Meta
2021 - 2023 Seattle, WA
Python developer at Meta for the Oculus uLED team, managing tools and pipelines for next-
gen VR LED design.

• Sole developer collaborating with international Data Scientists and Managers to
streamline data processing.
• Re-architected internal applications and built pipelines using Python, proprietary
algorithms, and SFTP for improved workflows.
• Resolved critical bugs and enhanced a data storage UI with Hack (HHVM) for the uLED
team.
C# .NET Developer STRENGTHS
CoreLogic | a la mode
2016 – 2020 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Continuous Learner
Self-taught software developer
Led successful projects, streamlined processes, and improved client satisfaction through who thrives on challenging and
efficient team management, tool development, and issue resolution.
expanding my knowledge.
• Led projects for major lending institutions, delivering ahead of schedule.
• Transitioned team to Scrum methodology with two-week sprints and managed sprints Resilient Under Pressure
in Jira.
Excels in high-pressure
• Built an in-house testing tool, reducing QA time from 8 hours to 30 minutes, and
environments, meeting tight
migrated SCM to modern architecture, reducing build time from 30 minutes to 30
deadlines and overcoming
seconds.
challenges, even in fast-paced or
• Developed and maintained forms in Visual Basic and resolved 200+ customer unpredictable situations.
requests, improving client satisfaction.

Innovative Problem Solver
Owner and Photographer Constantly evolving new processes
Jon Stone Photography for building, testing, and
2013 - Present Ukraine engineering, ensuring continuous
improvement and efficiency in
Developed custom websites and shopping tools for over 20 years, specializing in front-end every project.
technologies. Produced photography featured in galleries and major U.S. news networks,
and various consultant work.
Team Leadership
• More than 20 years of experience in front-end development, creating custom websites Experienced in leading teams of
for personal and commercial use developers and engineers,
• Developed a custom shopping cart checkout tool using PHP and JavaScript. fostering collaboration,
• Showcased in prestigious local and international galleries, with coverage across major mentorship, and driving collective
U.S. news networks. success toward project goals.
• Consultant for Live Storms Media and recipient of multiple "Best of Show" awards at
art exhibitions.

E D C U AT I O N
B.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering
University of Oklahoma
2012 - 2016 Norman, Oklahoma

Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics
University of Alabama
2010 - 2012 Tuscaloosa, Alabama