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Ray Graves

@raygraves1

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Experienced IT professional specializing in software and blockchain development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek hands-on software or blockchain roles where I can modernize systems, build full-stack solutions, and grow in secure, distributed systems while contributing to collaborative, delivery-focused teams.

I am an experienced IT professional with a strong foundation in software development, databases, and emerging blockchain technologies. I hold a B.S. in Information Technology (Software Development) and am pursuing an M.S. in Information Technology with a Blockchain Development concentration.

Over a 14+ year professional span I worked in progressive IT roles — Database Administrator, Senior Developer Analyst, Technical Consultant and independent Web Developer — designing and deploying enterprise solutions for public agencies and private clients. I led requirements gathering, built custom Access/VBA and Java applications, and implemented SharePoint and web-based solutions.

I build full-stack applications and developer tools, including a Django-based resume/portfolio platform with live code execution and REST API integration, a TypeScript AutoSearch app, a C# CheckListApp with persistent storage, and Python Streamlit dashboards. My technical toolkit spans Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, SQL, Django, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL/MySQL.

I am pragmatic, delivery-focused, and enjoy turning complex requirements into maintainable systems. I seek roles where I can contribute hands-on engineering, help modernize data and application stacks, and grow in blockchain and secure systems design.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Independent Web Developer

Self Employed

Jan 1996 - Dec 2010 (14 years 11 months)

Built custom websites and web applications for clients including Kaiser Permanente and MRM Worldwide, implementing secure project showcases and data-driven features.

Web Development Django Python TypeScript C++REST APIs SQL Deployment Client Communication

Technical Consultant

Robert Half Technology

Provided technical consulting and developed web-based applications and infrastructure for varied clients, delivering responsive end-user support and custom solutions.

Web Development JavaScript PHP client support System Integration Network Infrastructure Consulting Project Delivery

Database Administrator

City of Long Beach

Designed and deployed enterprise database solutions and vendor reporting systems, improving data reliability and automating supply order routing across municipal operations.

Database Administration SQL Server PostgreSQL VBA Access Data Modeling Performance Tuning

Software Developer

Portfolio Projects

Developed full-stack projects including a Django resume platform, a TypeScript AutoSearch app, a C# CheckListApp, and Streamlit dashboards to demonstrate secure dynamic functionality and data visualization.

Django Python TypeScript C++fastAPI PostgreSQL REST APIs Streamlit

Senior Developer Analyst

County of Riverside

Led technical requirements gathering and developed custom Java and Access/VBA applications to support county systems, delivering reporting and survey-tracking solutions for stakeholders.

Java VBA Access Systems Analysis Requirements Gathering Database Design Reporting SharePoint)

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Purdue University Global

Master of Science, Information Technology

Pursuing a Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Blockchain Development, covering blockchain development, distributed ledger systems, smart contract programming, advanced databases, and secure systems design.

Purdue University Global

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

Grade: 3.7/4.0

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Software Development; coursework included object-oriented programming, database management, agile development, and systems analysis.