Van Nguyen

About Van Nguyen

I lead a 24-person software engineering team focused on delivering innovative technology solutions to clients and businesses. By guiding complex system integration, data analytics, and cloud migration projects, we ensure the successful execution of hundreds of change requests and defects, all aligned with technical release roadmaps and priority features. Leveraging Agile methodologies, my leadership has driven productivity and accelerated delivery, reflecting my dedication to continuous improvement and operational excellence. With deep expertise in modernizing applications through Microservices and cutting-edge technologies, I foster an environment where innovation thrives, ensuring strategic collaboration and surpassing client expectations.

Experience

1. Director of Software Engineering

   Leidos

   Oct 2021 — Present · US

   Led the team of 24 developers in development and support enterprise application focusing on system integration, data transformation & analytics, and visualization.• Managed and delivered 300 change requests and 350 defects, ensuring high-quality deliverables.• Collaborated with product management to define technical release roadmaps and prioritize feature development.• Collaborated and supported migration of On-Premise to Azure Cloud.• Spearheaded the modernization of applications to Microservices, API, Databricks, Lakehouse, Micro frontend, Augular, React, Java, SQL database, SAS Viya, R, Python, CI/CD, Github• Successfully transitioned the team from Waterfall to Agile framework, driving increased productivity and collaboration.• Lead team to continuously improve operation processes and software development best practices.• Implemented IT security practices in software development and software upgrades to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Master of Business Administration(MBA)

  2001 — 2003

• Georgia Institute of Technology

  Bachelor’s Degree

  1992 — 1997