JOSHUA DELL
Durango
Summary
Software Architect with 15+ years of experience designing cloud-native systems and advanced GIS solutions that solve complex business challenges. Proven success in building secure hybrid infrastructures, automating large-scale data migrations, and integrating geospatial tools with enterprise platforms. Skilled in Azure, .NET, ArcGIS, and Power Platform; a detail-driven engineer who bridges strategic vision with hands-on execution to deliver scalable, high-performance applications.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Architect
Southern Ute Indian Tribe - Shared Services
Ignacio
08.2018 - Current
- Led architecture and development of a secure hybrid cloud FinTech platform using Azure B2C, App Services, Function Apps, and Front Door; delivered a 24/7 self-service portal for Business Associates to manage contact and banking data, reduced staff workload by eliminating manual entry, automated validation processes, and strengthened security with KYC identity verification and continuous AML monitoring.
- Built and deployed production REST APIs in .NET 8.0 with JWT authentication and Microsoft Identity, securing session handling and access control; provided technical leadership in API integration and workflow automation strategy aligned with business goals.
- Conducted in-depth business process analysis and cost-benefit evaluations for buy vs. build options, assessing LOE, technical complexity, and internal expertise to deliver data-driven architecture recommendations.
- Directed migration of 1.2M+ pages from a legacy on-prem ECM system to SharePoint Online using C#.NET, SharePoint CSOM, Power Automate, and SQL Server; engineered pipelines to automate file processing while preserving metadata fidelity and document traceability.
- Migrated GitHub from on-prem Enterprise Server to GitHub Enterprise Cloud EMU; automated repo transfers, sensitive data removal, and implemented secret/code/dependency scanning across 200+ repositories.
- Developed 20+ data integration pipelines using Python (ArcPy, pandas, SQLAlchemy), .NET Console Apps, Power Automate, and SQL Server; built real-time API integrations and scheduled ETL workflows to standardize data flow and optimize reporting across platforms.
- Administered and monitored Microsoft Power Platform environments, including Power Apps and Power Automate; managed on-premises data gateways, configured Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies, governed connectors, and enforced tenant-wide settings to ensure secure and reliable cross-service integrations.
- Managed and developed custom Line of Business Power Apps and 25+ Power Automates.
- Designed and optimized SQL Server schemas, advanced views, and stored procedures with JSON parsing and MERGE logic for high-performance applications and data pipelines.
- Developed an ArcGIS Online integration linking hosted feature services with oil and gas asset records, reducing manual entry by 80+ hours per quarter and increasing accuracy.
- Prototyped a real-time Utilities Outage Notification system using ArcGIS Experience Builder and Power Automate, enhancing operational response.
- Designed and maintained custom GIS web apps and reusable widgets using JavaScript, ArcGIS JavaScript API, and frontend automation tools; enabled self-service mapping tools for 20+ internal users.
- Led implementation of prescriptive engagement strategies to accelerate time-to-value for customers; collaborated with stakeholders on end-to-end solution design, testing, and deployment.
GIS Analyst II
Southern Ute Indian Tribe - Growth Fund IT / Shared Services
Ignacio
03.2014 - 08.2018
- Delivered full-stack GIS applications from design to deployment; participated in agile planning, system architecture, daily standups, and user testing.
- Assumed the responsibility of building of a custom ArcMap Add-In using ArcObjects and C#.NET for the Department of Energy, integrating directly with Perceptive Content (Electronic Content Management System); enabled query, build, and edit operations for Landmen managing oil and gas leases, contracts and wells.
- Empowered internal developers to extend ArcGIS Web AppBuilder using Git, NodeJS, Gulp, and Grunt; reduced development turnaround time by creating templated build systems and documentation.
- Administered GitHub Enterprise Server on Ubuntu VMs, overseeing provisioning, scaling, SSH configuration, and upgrades using official release images; implemented backup-utils for secure, version-aware backups, configured LDAP and SSL, and supported enterprise Git workflows including repo migrations, access control, and onboarding.
GIS Analyst
Archuleta County
Pagosa Springs
08.2010 - 03.2014
- Migrated GIS infrastructure from legacy systems (MIMS, ArcIMS) to ArcGIS Server and ArcMap; restructured database backend using ArcSDE and PostgreSQL, enabling real-time spatial updates and multi-user editing.
- Built and maintained public-facing land records and assessor mapping apps using C#/VB.NET, ASP.NET, AJAX, JavaScript, Dojo, ArcGIS JavaScript API, and SQL Server.
GIS/CAD Technician
Yavapai County Assessor's Office
Prescott
11.2006 - 07.2010
- Developed internal GIS tools using ArcObjects and VB.NET to manage and query property maps, survey plats, and parcel records; improved access speed for users by 4x.
- Translated over 1,000 metes and bounds descriptions into accurate coordinate geometry in ArcMap 9.3, supporting ownership transfers, legal boundary confirmation, and acreage calculations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Prescott College
Prescott, AZ05.2004
Skills
● Azure-Based Architecture Design
● REST API Development
● GIS Application Integration
● Cloud Migration
● Full-Stack Implementation
● Project Leadership
● Database Design and Development
● Cloud-Native Solution Delivery
● Custom Widget Development
● High-Volume Data Handling
● Identity And Access Control
● Agile Sprint Collaboration
● Legacy System Modernization
● Real-Time & Batch Data Pipelines
● Geospatial Data Structuring
Websites
Certification
- AI For Everyone, DeepLearning.AI, 01/01/25
- TensorFlow Developer Specialization, DeepLearning.AI, 05/01/25
- Creating GPTs, Vanderbilt University, 05/01/25
- Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) - Web Developer 4, Microsoft, 09/01/12
Technical Skills
Languages & Frameworks: C# | Python | JavaScript | T-SQL | ASP.NET | .NET Core
Cloud & Platforms: Azure App Services | Function Apps | Front Door | Microsoft Power Platform | GitHub Enterprise
GIS & Geospatial: ArcGIS Server | ArcGIS Online | ArcMap | ArcObjects | ArcPy | ArcSDE | ArcGIS JavaScript API
Web & API Technologies: REST API | JWT Auth | HTML | CSS | Bootstrap 5 | WebPack
Databases & ETL: SQL Server | PostgreSQL | Elasticsearch | Power Automate | pandas | pyodbc
DevOps & Tools: Gulp | Grunt | Git | SharePoint Online | ShareGate | Microsoft Identity
Other Skills: Agile Project Management | Schema Design | Cross-Team Collaboration | Technical Documentation
Timeline
Software Architect
Southern Ute Indian Tribe - Shared Services
08.2018 - Current
GIS Analyst II
Southern Ute Indian Tribe - Growth Fund IT / Shared Services
03.2014 - 08.2018
GIS Analyst
Archuleta County
08.2010 - 03.2014
GIS/CAD Technician
Yavapai County Assessor's Office
11.2006 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Prescott College