I am a Senior Software Engineer with 15+ years of experience delivering reliable, scalable solutions across .NET, JavaScript, and cloud ecosystems. I thrive on turning complex requirements into maintainable systems, from full-stack applications to AI-driven medical imaging. I've led cross-functional teams, modernized legacy apps, and built secure, high-performance APIs and real-time imaging pipelines. My work includes FDA-regulated software for ultrasound systems, ERP integrations, and cloud migrations, with a focus on mentorship and architectural oversight.

Andrew Jennings Hawald

I am a Senior Software Engineer with 15+ years of experience delivering reliable, scalable solutions across .NET, JavaScript, and cloud ecosystems. I thrive on turning complex requirements into maintainable systems, from full-stack applications to AI-driven medical imaging. I've led cross-functional teams, modernized legacy apps, and built secure, high-performance APIs and real-time imaging pipelines. My work includes FDA-regulated software for ultrasound systems, ERP integrations, and cloud migrations, with a focus on mentorship and architectural oversight.

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I am a Senior Software Engineer with 15+ years of experience delivering reliable, scalable solutions across .NET, JavaScript, and cloud ecosystems. I thrive on turning complex requirements into maintainable systems, from full-stack applications to AI-driven medical imaging.

I’ve led cross-functional teams, modernized legacy apps, and built secure, high-performance APIs and real-time imaging pipelines. My work includes FDA-regulated software for ultrasound systems, ERP integrations, and cloud migrations, with a focus on mentorship and architectural oversight.

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Language

English
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience

Software Engineer III / Product Owner at Rivanna Medical
July 1, 2024 - November 14, 2025
Lead development of an FDA-approved, AI-enhanced medical ultrasound system. Designed and implemented DICOM and PACS integration modules for image exchange. Oversaw full SDLC — architecture, database design, automated testing, and CI/CD pipeline deployment — to meet strict security and compliance standards. Promoted to Software Product Owner for the 3S line, coordinating cross-functional AI and biomedical engineering teams.
Senior Developer at Data-Directions
May 31, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Modernized legacy ASP.NET MVC applications by rebuilding them in .NET Blazor, improving maintainability and performance. Migrated Visual Basic codebases to C# and XML-based tools for global travel ERP clients. Partnered directly with customers to define requirements and deliver rapid solutions. Authored design documents, test plans, and SQL scripts for validation.
Senior Solutions Developer at Virginia Panel Corporation
April 30, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Designed and delivered internal full-stack business systems to automate operations. Built Android mobile app (Xamarin) and Web API backend to boost packaging accuracy and productivity. Created console and web tools integrated with the company ERP system. Provided documentation, test scripts, and technical training to stakeholders.
Software Developer at Silverchair
July 31, 2019 - July 31, 2019
Developed and maintained large, data-rich SaaS publishing platforms for major clients (e.g., Journal of the American Medical Association). Migrated client hosting environments to Azure Cloud, improving uptime and scalability. Contributed to agile Scrum team consistently ranked among top internal performers.
Analyst / Web Programmer at University of Virginia Alumni Association
November 30, 2014 - November 30, 2014
Developed web applications and event systems used by thousands of alumni. Built barcode-based mobile attendance tracking tool replacing paper guest lists, reducing event labor costs.
Senior Web Designer / Front-End Developer at SNL Financial (now S&P; Global)
August 31, 2009 - August 31, 2009
Developed corporate websites and intranet applications in ASP/C#. Created advanced JavaScript UI components (drag-and-drop scheduling, query builders). Led small offshore developer team and provided mentorship/training.
Software Engineer III at Rivanna Medical
July 1, 2024 - November 24, 2025
Developed core software for an FDA-approved, AI-enhanced medical ultrasound system. Led full stack software development lifecycle including system architecture, UI/UX, and database development. Provided leadership and mentorship for junior devs.
Senior Developer at Data-Directions
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Maintained and upgraded legacy websites, rebuilt C# MVC site using .NET Blazor, and wrote technical design documents. Worked directly with clients to build new functionalities.
Senior Solutions Developer at Virginia Panel
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Built full stack systems for internal business. Created Android mobile app and Web API system, maintaining legacy websites while adding new functionalities.
Full Stack Software Developer at Silverchair
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Maintained and upgraded websites for STEM publications, worked on large data-rich websites in a SaaS environment, and migrated client hosting to Azure.
Analyst Web Programmer at University of Virginia Alumni Association
November 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014
Authored applications for event registration and event attendance tracking, enhancing operational efficiency.
Senior Web Designer at SNL now S&P Global
August 1, 2009 - August 1, 2009
Served as front-end developer and managed a small team of offshore web developers, created complex UI tools, and rebuilt corporate intranet web pages.
Senior Developer at Data-Directions
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Modernized legacy systems using .NET, Blazor, MVC, and REST APIs; designed backend and data architectures for enterprise clients; translated business requirements into engineered solutions; converted legacy Visual Basic systems into modern XML-based tooling.
Senior Solutions Developer at Virginia Panel
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Built enterprise systems using .NET, Blazor, SQL Server, and WebAPI; upgraded legacy ColdFusion and .NET applications; developed Android/Xamarin mobile tools improving factory workflow accuracy; delivered ERP-integrated automation systems; provided ongoing architecture support and mentorship.
Full Stack Software Developer at Silverchair
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Supported high-traffic STEM/medical publishing platforms including JAMA; delivered cloud-hosted SaaS features using Azure and AWS; led hosting migration to Azure; contributed to Scrum practices and team mentorship.
Analyst Web Programmer at UVA Alumni Association
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2014
Developed C#, SQL, and JavaScript systems including major event registration workflows; designed system architecture and schema for enterprise data; created barcode-scanning workflows reducing manual workload.
Senior Web Designer at SNL
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Created UI/UX and frontend components for internal applications; built SQL-backed editorial scheduling tools; trained and coordinated offshore developers; migrated ASP/VB applications to ASP.NET/C#.

Education

B.A. at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - November 14, 2025
Bachelor's Degree at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
B.A. at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Education