Résumé
To reduce duplication I am now only updating my LinkedIn résumé. You can view that online: http://www.linkedin.com/in/markaufflick.
Recommendations
Public LinkedIn accounts do not show recommendations however, so I have included my LinkedIn recommendations:
Senior Design & Development Software Engineer
Barclays Global Investors
“During the past year and a half I have developed a great deal of respect for Mark's technical expertise and the precision of his critical thinking. Although we do not work together directly, our shared passion for the technical and pragmatic aspects of software development have led to many frank discussions regarding current development methodologies and practices within our industry, and a critical analysis of this as applied to our business. Mark's willingness to champion this agenda within the business is to his credit and will only strengthen our technical capabilities in the future.
I can recommend Mark for any role he undertakes, his passion and thought leadership will ensure he is a valued addition to any business.” September 27, 2008
Grant McDonald, System Development Engineer, Barclays Global Investors
worked with Mark at Barclays Global Investors
“Mark takes his profession very seriously, he is passionate and creative in his solutions to problems, always aware of the spectrum of approaches to any given scenario. I would have no hesitation in recommending him as a senior programmer or architect.” April 17, 2008
Russell Davies, Sr. Unix Administrator, Barclays Global Investors
worked with Mark at Barclays Global Investors
“During my first project with Mark, I found him extremely capable, proactive, easy to work with and very good at communicating and problem resolution. This was all aided by a positive working attitude, which is essential working across long distances.” August 17, 2006
Alexandra (Ali) Sheridan, Business Analyst, BGI
worked directly with Mark at Barclays Global Investors
Software Systems Consultant and Developer
pumptheory.com (Self-employed)
“I was very sad to hear Mark was leaving our team at Optus after roughly two years of working together, as he was a pillar of knowledge and reliability and was a great person to have around the office. Over the years, I've only worked with a handful of developers with Mark's ability to find the right solution to any given problem. He can always be counted on to thoroughly investigate the issue, come up with a viable solution and deliver an elegant end product. Furthermore, his depth of knowledge in the computing field is almost frightening. He is a powerhouse that would be a great addition to any development team.” March 19, 2007
Ryan Kirkland, Software Engineer, Optus SingTel Pty Ltd
worked directly with Mark at pumptheory.com
“I had Mark fly in from Australia to Denmark to work with me, and I have to say it was well worth it. Mark is motivated and bright, and he quickly became essential, not just in software development, but also in project management, contract negtiation, and just plain having fun. Above all, Mark is one of the most dependable persons I know.” July 5, 2005
Lars Pind
was Mark's client
“I've worked with Mark on and off over almost 10 years and through many employers. He is knowledgable, interesting, and has never failed to produce high quality work. I would have no hesitation in retaining him again or recommending him to other employers.” June 27, 2005
Russell Muetzelfeldt
was Mark's client
“Mark is one of the best developers I've worked with and never ceases to amaze me with the breadth of his knowledge. His knowledge and enthusiasm for DB optimisation has had a positive tangible impact on some significant projects for Optus. He has also helped to drive the ongoing development of a core part of our mission critical provisioning system.” June 22, 2005
Rob Manson
was Mark's client
IT Infrastructure Specialist
The Boston Consulting Group
“Mark did a fantastic job in this position. He had an uncanny ability to translate user "wants" into technical "needs". He also had an amazing ability to manage the "Technology" whilst still understanding the Business needs.” June 30, 2005
Tim McLaughlan, IT Manager, Boston Consulting Group
managed Mark at The Boston Consulting Group
“I have worked closely with Mark on many projects and have always found Mark to be highly knowledgeable, enthusiastic, pro-active, a creative thinker, and a great team player. I would have no hesitation in recommending Mark’s services on any important project, or to any potential employer.” June 27, 2005
Kenn Hedges, Regional IT Client Services Manager, Boston Consulting Group
worked with Mark at The Boston Consulting Group