Daniel Atkinson
Peyton
Summary
Dynamic Software Engineering Team Lead at KBR, Inc., adept at architecting data and geospatial platforms with Elixir and Java. Proven track record in Agile methodologies and team leadership, driving successful project delivery and operational excellence. Expert in cloud computing and data pipelines, fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance system performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering Team Lead
KBR, Inc.
Colorado Springs
09.2024 - Current
- Lead software engineering efforts supporting defense and national security programs.
- Architect and deliver data and geospatial platforms using Elixir, Java, Postgres/PostGIS, Kafka, and Kubernetes.
- Guide engineering teams in Agile development, system design, and delivery.
- Build ingestion pipelines for real-time and batch data feeds using REST, WebSockets, and message queues.
- Designed and developed cloud-based communication system platforms using Java Spring Boot, Kafka, and Postgres.
- Own end-to-end lifecycle: design, implementation, deployment, and operations.
Data Engineer
KBR, Inc.
Colorado Springs
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Designed and developed data ingestion and transformation pipelines for live-feed global geospatial data.
- Designed and implemented data pipelines for efficient data processing.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify data requirements.
- Analyzed data quality issues and recommended solutions for improvement.
- Developed database schemas and ETL processes using PostgreSQL and Elixir.
- Supported high-volume data systems for operational and intelligence workflows.
Software Engineer
KBR, Inc.
Colorado Springs
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed backend services using Elixir and Java.
- Implemented data storage, processing, and API layers.
- Supported geospatial and operational data systems.
- Developed with security and clearance requirements in mind.
- Built multi-threaded Java application for encrypting/decrypting binary UDP packets and converting to XML.
- Supported cloud deployments in AWS and Azure using Terraform.
- Delivered rapid prototypes under tight timelines.
- Worked cross-functionally with program management and customers.
Materials Manager
CAES
Colorado Springs
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed $27M inventory for integrated circuits and circuit card assembly.
- Led shipping, receiving, and inventory control teams.
- Coordinated SIOP planning across procurement, finance, and operations.
- Managed inventory levels and ensured timely availability of materials.
- Coordinated with suppliers to optimize material procurement processes.
- Oversaw warehouse operations and maintained safety standards.
- Developed and implemented material handling procedures to improve efficiency.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify trends and inform decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align material needs with production schedules.
Manufacturing Supervisor
CAES
Colorado Springs
03.2018 - 11.2021
- Supervised circuit card assembly operations.
- Coordinated engineering, production, quality, and logistics teams.
- Ensured schedule adherence and customer delivery.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
- Analyzed workflow processes to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
- Managed consumables inventory, cycle counts, and materials planning.
- Supervised daily manufacturing operations and maintained production schedules.
Production Technician
Holcim Building Envelope (Firestone Building Products)
12.2012 - 11.2017
- Trained QA technicians and machine operators.
- Ran quality lab and testing systems.
- Acted as Production Supervisor when required.
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor certified.
Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
06.2009 - 05.2017
- Honorably Discharged.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science, Mathematics
University of Colorado
Colorado SpringsSkills
- Java and Java Spring Boot frameworks
- Elixir with Ash, Phoenix frameworks
- SQL/PostgreSQL
- Familiar with React using JavaScript
- Python
- Message brokers with Kafka and RabbitMQ
- Linux / Bash
- Databases, primarily PostgreSQL
- Containerization with Docker
- Orchestration with Kubernetes, Zarf
- CI/CD
- Agile/Scrum
- SaaS design
- API design
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Manufacturing management
- Inventory control
- SIOP
- Lean/5S
- Statistical analysis
- Cloud computing with AWS, Azure
- Agile methodologies
- Data pipelines
- Geospatial systems with GeoServer and PostGIS
- Database management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Technical documentation
- DevOps practices
- Microservices architecture
Timeline
Software Engineering Team Lead
KBR, Inc.
09.2024 - Current
Data Engineer
KBR, Inc.
06.2024 - 09.2024
Software Engineer
KBR, Inc.
05.2023 - 06.2024
Materials Manager
CAES
11.2021 - 11.2022
Manufacturing Supervisor
CAES
03.2018 - 11.2021
Production Technician
Holcim Building Envelope (Firestone Building Products)
12.2012 - 11.2017
Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
06.2009 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science, Mathematics
University of Colorado