I am a systems engineer and DevOps architect who thrives on turning complex challenges into well-structured, high-performing software. I am a people-centric developer who loves mentoring junior teammates, sharing knowledge, and continuously improving processes to maximize value for the organization. My approach blends hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking: I design flexible architectures, bridge SaaS and legacy systems, and lead cross-functional teams through modern development lifecycles. I enjoy exploring AI-enabled tooling to boost productivity and deliver reliable outcomes.

Steven Zarichney

I am a systems engineer and DevOps architect who thrives on turning complex challenges into well-structured, high-performing software. I am a people-centric developer who loves mentoring junior teammates, sharing knowledge, and continuously improving processes to maximize value for the organization. My approach blends hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking: I design flexible architectures, bridge SaaS and legacy systems, and lead cross-functional teams through modern development lifecycles. I enjoy exploring AI-enabled tooling to boost productivity and deliver reliable outcomes.

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I am a systems engineer and DevOps architect who thrives on turning complex challenges into well-structured, high-performing software. I am a people-centric developer who loves mentoring junior teammates, sharing knowledge, and continuously improving processes to maximize value for the organization.

My approach blends hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking: I design flexible architectures, bridge SaaS and legacy systems, and lead cross-functional teams through modern development lifecycles. I enjoy exploring AI-enabled tooling to boost productivity and deliver reliable outcomes.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

System Engineer / DevOps Architect at Ontario Northland (ONTC)
January 1, 2024 - Present
SaaS integration & process optimization; administer Hexagon EAM configurations via web utilities and scripting; lead DevOps advocacy to streamline team workflows and mitigate SaaS constraints. Proposed .NET middleware architecture to bridge SaaS-legacy system gaps, enabling cross-system integrations and scalable automation. Partnered with AMO and ITS teams to align integration milestones with modernization goals, prioritizing delivery, security and compliance.
System Development Contractor at ThinkingBig & Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
January 1, 2024 - October 17, 2025
Key member of VAC's Modernization Project 'Core Framework' team; led back-end development to overhaul internal software systems; independently implemented API servers & systems within a microservice architecture, established coding and documentation standards; reverse engineered legacy CSDN to document business rules and intended behavior; authored capability documents and flowcharts for non-technical stakeholders; performed system analysis and design for migration.
Programmer Analyst at FDM4 International
January 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Full stack web development using Progress OpenEdge for ERP, WMS, and ECOM product lines; conducted system behavior investigations, business function analysis, and customer-driven enhancements; contributed to core product innovations and led PromoStandards API implementation as a member of the PromoStandards community.
Web System Developer at Hard-Line Solutions
January 1, 2020 - October 17, 2025
Led overhaul of internal system, integrating legacy components and implementing scalable solutions; engineered components including search, role/permission system, real-time notifications, dynamic menu manager, and dynamic form generation; managed ERP/CRM lifecycle from planning to deployment; documented development processes and standards; mentored junior developers and led live code migrations.
Web System Developer at ClaimSecure
January 1, 2016 - October 17, 2025
Full-stack web development and production support for QA and production environments; helpdesk operator managing work orders; contributed to core product enhancements and customer-driven changes.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science (B. Cosc.) with Honors at Laurentian University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Secondary Education at École Secondaire Catholique Algonquin
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Certificate in Geographic Techniques (GIS)
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Introduction to Agile Project Management
January 1, 2019 - October 17, 2025
Introduction to PMP
January 1, 2018 - October 17, 2025
CAPM Exam Preparation Training
January 1, 2017 - October 17, 2025
Technical Co-op position
January 1, 2008 - October 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services