I am Neil D. Newton, a veteran IT professional who enjoys turning complex requirements into solid, reliable software solutions. Over the years I have led projects, served as a lead programmer, and worked as an analyst, collaborating with users to draft system and screen specifications. I thrive in environments ranging from non-profits to large corporations and pride myself on quickly learning new software to deliver complete, go-live-ready solutions. I build strong relationships with stakeholders and emphasize clear communication to optimize information exchange between users and technical staff. I excel at both team leadership and hands-on development, whether in a formal project team or as a one-person shop. My strength is translating business needs into robust designs and code while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring quality and timely delivery, and earning user confidence through transparent collaboration.

Neil D. Newton

I am Neil D. Newton, a veteran IT professional who enjoys turning complex requirements into solid, reliable software solutions. Over the years I have led projects, served as a lead programmer, and worked as an analyst, collaborating with users to draft system and screen specifications. I thrive in environments ranging from non-profits to large corporations and pride myself on quickly learning new software to deliver complete, go-live-ready solutions. I build strong relationships with stakeholders and emphasize clear communication to optimize information exchange between users and technical staff. I excel at both team leadership and hands-on development, whether in a formal project team or as a one-person shop. My strength is translating business needs into robust designs and code while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring quality and timely delivery, and earning user confidence through transparent collaboration.

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I am Neil D. Newton, a veteran IT professional who enjoys turning complex requirements into solid, reliable software solutions. Over the years I have led projects, served as a lead programmer, and worked as an analyst, collaborating with users to draft system and screen specifications. I thrive in environments ranging from non-profits to large corporations and pride myself on quickly learning new software to deliver complete, go-live-ready solutions. I build strong relationships with stakeholders and emphasize clear communication to optimize information exchange between users and technical staff.

I excel at both team leadership and hands-on development, whether in a formal project team or as a one-person shop. My strength is translating business needs into robust designs and code while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring quality and timely delivery, and earning user confidence through transparent collaboration.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Software Developer at Cognitive Medicine
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Worked in an Agile team on a government agency project to track steps and materials used in construction; researched software issues including version control and refactoring; created a new sustainability construction module for VA projects; collaborated with System Steward to satisfy NIST/ATO controls.
Software Engineer at TuffTorq
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Maintained and redesigned the machining department quality check system with reports and manager notifications; developed a factory maintenance system with a preventative maintenance module scheduling tasks such as oiling and bearing changes.
Software Engineer at QRS
February 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Upgraded EMR/medical billing software to modernize claims processing; worked on downloads/processing of clearinghouse return files; designed upgrade plans and maintained legacy systems; system uses Python, JavaScript, JSON, and HTML.
Software Engineer at Allmeds
February 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Maintained and enhanced Electronic Health Record (EHR) system; tested iteratively with QA; upgraded Clinical Quality Measures and Meaningful Use requirements; wrote utilities for source control and data loading; developed interfaces for CQM/CCDA data generation.
Software Engineer at Volkswagen
August 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015
Maintained and enhanced plant-wide maintenance system (WinForm) for upkeep of factory hardware; implemented preventive maintenance modules and reporting/notification features.
Software Engineer at NavigatorMD
February 1, 2012 - June 1, 2014
Maintained and enhanced insurance analysis system for brokers/managers; developed an API to distribute data to business partners; upgraded to MVC 4, WCF, LINQ, and Entity Framework.
Software Engineer at Corelogic
August 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Maintained mortgage information tracking system; contributed to Agile sprints with QA testing and small feature additions.
Software Developer at Food Donation Connection
December 1, 2010 - August 1, 2011
Developed and maintained an extensive food donation logging system; added donor-specific customizations and administrative features; implemented document management and imaging with Silverlight 4.0.
Software Engineer at A-D Technologies
February 1, 2009 - December 1, 2010
Analyzed ERP SQL Server database to develop reusable .NET components and SSRS reports; implemented data conversions and process improvements; developed sales tracking systems and internal IT documentation.
Software Developer at Business Computing Resources
February 1, 2008 - December 1, 2008
Maintained warehouse/inventory system in Delphi; prototyped porting to C#/ASP.NET; built prototype web pages analyzing main system data and Google Maps integration.
Web Developer at VisualTour.Com
March 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Developed C#/ASP.NET prototypes for porting Classic ASP real estate tour systems to .NET; maintained real estate virtual tour software using ASP.NET, C#, VB.NET, and SQL Server.
Software Developer at Oak Ridge Associated Universities
October 1, 2003 - March 1, 2007
Maintained travel tracking system; contributed to NASA grant application system; helped design and maintain Homeland Security countermeasure information exchange; built records coordination and handheld data capture tools.
Software Developer at Pilot Travel Centers LLC
November 1, 2001 - October 1, 2003
Designed and enhanced intranet payroll/HR suite supporting 400+ field locations; redesigned weekly payroll file processing and data integrity workflows; supported third-party payroll systems.

Education

M.A. Urban Planning at Rutgers University
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025
B.A. Sociology at C.W. Post, LIU
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Healthcare, Government, Manufacturing, Professional Services