Kat Ashford

About Kat Ashford

I specialize in leading transformative initiatives across diverse industries, including healthcare, finance, and software development. I have a proven track record of driving multimillion-dollar revenue streams through visionary leadership and advanced technological implementations. My expertise lies in spearheading cloud transformations and deploying cutting-edge technologies to streamline operations, enhance client satisfaction, and achieve strategic goals.I excel in leveraging my technical acumen and strategic foresight to optimize processes, boost productivity, and deliver exceptional business outcomes. Throughout my career, I have been instrumental in directing cross-functional teams of developers, QA engineers, business analysts, and product owners to innovate and deliver cutting-edge applications that meet and exceed business objectives.My communication skills, combined with strong analytical prowess and problem-solving abilities, enable me to build robust relationships with C-level executives and key stakeholders. I am passionate about driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and achieving sustainable growth through technology.Let\'s connect and discuss how my expertise can contribute to your organization\'s success. Feel free to reach out at k••••••••@gmail.com with any thoughts, comments, or questions about my work. I\'m always interested in making new professional acquaintances and exploring new MongoDB, SQL Server, Postgres, Oracle, Cloud SQL Postgres, InformixProgramming Languages: GO Lang, Python, Kotlin, C#, Rest/JSON, HTML5/CSS3/XMLFrameworks & Libraries: Django, Angular, Spring Boot, Flowable Work, Elastic BeanstalkOperating Systems: Ubuntu, Windows, CentOSCI/CD & DevOps: Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, CloudWatch, HarnessMonitoring & Analytics: Dynatrace, Splunk, Apica MonitoringProductivity/Project Management: MS Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, Aha!IDEs & Development Tools: Visual Studio Code, PyCharm, Android Studio, Visual Studio, EclipseTools & Platforms: Git, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, Jira, BitBucket, CloudWatch, Jenkins, Confluence, PagerDuty, Harness, Firebase

Experience

1. Director, Application Development Engineering

   Care Lumen

   Aug 2025 — Present

   Supporting the launch and growth of Care Lumen, a new software company focused on transforming care delivery. Embedded within the founding team to drive strategy, execution, and measurable impact.

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

  BS, Electrical and Computer Engineering

  1993 — 1998

Skills

• Software Design
• Internet Information Services (Iis)
• Transact-Sql (T-Sql)
• Css
• Visual Studio
• Planning
• Web Development
• C++
• Business Analysis
• Pl/Sql
• Html
• Sql
• Visio
• Asp.net
• T-Sql
• Software Development
• Business Intelligence
• Agile Methodologies
• Ms Project
• Iis
• Javascript
• Software Project Management
• Xml
• Windows
• Team Leadership
• Databases
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Web Applications
• Oracle
• Requirements Analysis
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Application Design
• Sdlc
• .net Framework
• C#
• .net
• Oop
• Software Engineering
• Vb.net
• Testing