Steven Puckett

Software Engineer

Motivated Software Engineer with a strong foundation in C#, .NET Core, and web development, eager to contribute to innovative software solutions in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Passionate about building intuitive, user-friendly tools that enhance functionality and user experience, while continuously growing technical skills in an agile setting.

Work

Software Engineer (Contract)

QuikTrip
– Present

Contract software engineering role focused on POS system development and Blazor frontend architecture.

  • Designed and implemented KitchenService, a critical event-driven microservice for real-time order updating and tracking across kitchen hardware devices in a major POS system upgrade; Given full responsibility and decision making for completing service reliably and in timely manner.

  • Aided with adoption of Blazor component architecture and Flux state management patterns by mentoring and teaching team members, accelerating feature development and improving code consistency on a wrapped Blazor frontend.

Software Engineer (Contract)

PCNA

Contract software engineering role developing internal business applications and optimizing data pipelines.

  • Developed and maintained intuitive Blazor web applications using C#/.NET Core and SQL Server to address key internal business requirements, delivering user-friendly tools that enhanced productivity for cross-functional stakeholders.

  • Optimized and debugged complex stored procedures in high-volume B2B data pipelines, ensuring reliable, high-throughput data flow to consumer-facing product websites and reducing processing errors.

  • Partnered with operations teams to prioritize and implement feature enhancements, resulting in measurable gains in user experience and operational throughput.

Software Engineer

WireBrain

Full-time software engineering role focused on modernizing legacy systems and establishing DevOps practices.

  • Modernized legacy internal business UI by migrating to clean, responsive Blazor Server layouts; significantly improved visual hierarchy, navigation flow, and overall usability for end-users handling core processes.

  • Architected and maintained scalable backend RESTful APIs with C#, ASP.NET Core, and Web API; delivered solutions that exceeded client expectations and supported future platform growth.

  • Established modern CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps along with effective Git branching and code review strategies; reduced deployment-related bugs and shortened agile sprint cycles.

Software Engineer

ConnectShip

Full-time software engineering role developing transportation and logistics platform features.

  • Enhanced transportation and logistics platform by developing new carrier integrations and supporting features in C#/.NET and Python; expanded platform capabilities and improved shipment handling reliability for clients.

  • Designed and supported robust APIs enabling seamless, real-time data exchange between logistics systems and external partners.

  • Actively contributed to agile ceremonies, including detailed code reviews and collaborative problem-solving sessions, to resolve complex integration and performance challenges.

Software Developer

Executime

Full-time software development role building full-stack hours-reporting applications.

  • Delivered full-stack hours-reporting applications using Java, JSP, and SQL; customized scalable solutions to meet diverse client specifications and reporting needs.

  • Identified and resolved key performance bottlenecks in SQL queries and backend business logic; achieved noticeable improvements in application response times and user satisfaction.

  • Mentored junior developers and new hires on coding best practices, architecture patterns, and team collaboration standards, helping build a stronger, more efficient engineering culture.

Education

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Tulsa Community College

Associate in Computer Engineering

Tulsa Community College

Associate in Electrical Engineering

Skills

Languages & Frameworks

  • C#
  • .NET Core
  • ASP.NET Core
  • Web API
  • Blazor
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Java
  • JSP

Databases & Tools

  • SQL Server
  • Entity Framework Core
  • Dapper
  • Hibernate

DevOps & Version Control

  • Azure DevOps
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Git (branching, code reviews)

Methodologies

  • Agile Development
  • Clean Architecture
  • Domain-Driven Design
  • Mediator Pattern

Other

  • PowerAutomate
  • RESTful APIs
  • Team Collaboration
  • Mentorship

Soft Skills

  • Eager learner
  • Clear communicator
  • Collaborative problem-solver

Interests

Professional Interests

  • Team-focused environments
  • Mission-driven development
  • Delivering impactful solutions

Additional Information

  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Reside greater Tulsa area