I am a senior developer and data manager with a passion for implementing and maintaining data infrastructure, workflows, and leveraging data insights to build the business, reduce costs, improve health outcomes, or advance social justice. I hold a Master of Business Administration and a degree in Engineering with a focus on human-centered design, which enables me to create innovative, user-friendly solutions for complex data challenges.

Charles Selks

I am a senior developer and data manager with a passion for implementing and maintaining data infrastructure, workflows, and leveraging data insights to build the business, reduce costs, improve health outcomes, or advance social justice. I hold a Master of Business Administration and a degree in Engineering with a focus on human-centered design, which enables me to create innovative, user-friendly solutions for complex data challenges.

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I am a senior developer and data manager with a passion for implementing and maintaining data infrastructure, workflows, and leveraging data insights to build the business, reduce costs, improve health outcomes, or advance social justice.

I hold a Master of Business Administration and a degree in Engineering with a focus on human-centered design, which enables me to create innovative, user-friendly solutions for complex data challenges.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Portuguese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Developer at Blue Cross Blue Shield
January 1, 2012 - October 30, 2025
Lead developer delivering secure, accessible web solutions using .NET and React. Worked across full-stack applications, integrating front-end and back-end systems to enhance user experience and reliability. Designed and implemented .NET Core and ASP.NET MVC applications for enterprise-scale use. Developed React and TypeScript-based interfaces ensuring accessibility and responsive design. Built RESTful APIs and optimized SQL queries to improve data performance. Championed secure coding standards and automated testing practices. Mentored developers and supported agile delivery across multiple teams.
Developer at Institute for Health Equity and Social Justice Research
July 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015
Developed and maintained full-stack applications supporting health data analytics. Collaborated with stakeholders to create reliable, user-friendly web solutions. Created and maintained .NET and SQL-based systems for data collection and reporting. Ensured accessibility compliance and improved system performance. Supported continuous integration processes and system testing.
Developer at Center for Effective Philanthropy
July 1, 2013 - July 1, 2013
Contributed to full-stack development of internal applications, improving maintainability and performance. Gained experience in modernising front-end experiences and optimising legacy systems. Built and maintained web applications using C#, SQL, and JavaScript. Enhanced accessibility and usability of reporting platforms. Worked within agile teams to deliver quality improvements on time and within scope.
Graduate Fellow for Project LAUNCH at Institute for Health Equity and Social Justice Research
August 1, 2011 - July 1, 2015
Collaborated with BPHC, MDPH and community clinics at BMC, Codman Square, Dimock, and Martha Eliot Health Center. Worked with the BPHC project manager and Institute statisticians to formulate tracking metrics and mandated reports. After completing the fellowship and Master’s degree, continued to work as a consultant on the LAUNCH project and managed the Boston Wellness Tracking Project and Peer-to-Peer program. Technical coordinator for data collection at BMC, Codman Health Center, and Martha Eliot Health Center.
Sabbatical Fellow / Co-Founder at Center for Effective Philanthropy
January 1, 2010 - July 1, 2013
Sabbatical Fellowship and co-founder of CEP Modern Data Management. Developed a database for core business functions and migrated historical foundation data. Implemented an automated process for systematic analysis of qualitative data using MS Business Intelligence Studio. Managed data flows using Python/Django/MongoDB and AWS.

Education

Master’s Degree (Business Administration) at Northeastern University
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025
Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering & Human Centered Design) at University of Washington
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025
Master of Business Administration at Northeastern University
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
Bachelor of Engineering with Human Centered Design at University of Washington
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026

Qualifications

Sabbatical Fellowship
January 1, 2010 - July 1, 2013

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Education