Lucas Dahl

Saint Charles, IL 60174 · (715) 651-0954 · lucas.m.dahl@gmail.com

Welcome to my website, click the icons below for my resume, LinkedIn, and Github. My projects are listed below.

Projects

AAC Communication App Python, Vue
Meal Planner Python
Dish Discover Java Andoid
Virtual Stocks Python, Javascript, SQLite
Calculator Javascript
Etch-a-Sketch Javascript

Experience

Sr. Software Developer and Configurator

Producers National Corp.
  • Led a team of 7 engineers through the entire software development lifecycle from design and development to testing and deployment resulting in successful delivery of new insurance programs
  • Designed and implemented APIs for insurance rating calls and third-party report calls, enhancing system integration and streamlining data exchange processes
  • Developed and implemented application changes for rates, validations, and automations utilizing C#, VB.NET, and Python, alongside developing and optimizing stored procedures for a 4TB database, significantly improving system performance
  • Established the SCRUM framework with the other team leads, incorporating bi-weekly retrospective meetings and data-driven process optimization to consistently improve team velocity and accelerate development cycles
Janurary 2022 - Present

Software Analyst

Producers National Corp.
  • Prepared premium rate change specifications for development and implemented rate changes in VB
  • Developed and implemented Python scripts for automated filtering and analysis of error logs, generating prioritized email alerts based on critical severity levels to immediately notify relevant teams
  • Designed, implemented, and maintained a comprehensive suite of test systems (including development, QA, and staging environments) hosted on AWS, enabling rapid instance scaling and supporting agile development methodologies
August 2020 - Janurary 2022

Lead Prop Engineer

Tactical Escape 101
  • Utilized Arduino microcontrollers and C programming to design, build, and program interactive electronic props
  • Led and mentored a team responsible for the design, fabrication, and maintenance of interactive props
  • Maintained a responsive on-call schedule for troubleshooting and repairing props and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid issue resolution
Janurary 2017 - April 2019

Web Developer

Tactical Escape 101
  • Designed and implemented a responsive website interface utilizing Linux, PHP, HTML, and jQuery, specifically tailored for display within an escape room environment, ensuring optimal user experience.
  • Developed a remote management system for the website, enabling seamless updates and troubleshooting outside of standard work hours.
August 2017 - April 2019

Chemical Detection System Repairer

National Guard
  • Repaired and maintain Night Vision Goggles
  • Chemical Detectors, and military Radios
  • Keep detailed record of all repairs and equipment that totals over $350,000.
June 2014 - Present

Appliance Technician

Sears
  • Repaired and maintained home appliances that include washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, and microwaves
  • Performed house calls for customers using a company vehicle
  • Used technical documents and wire diagrams to diagnose issues
April 2019 - Present

Education and Training

University of Illinois Springfield

Master of Science
Computer Science
  • Net Security & Info Assurance
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Beginning 3D-Game Development
September 2021 - May 2024

University of Wisconsin Eau Claire

Bachelor of Science
Major in Math
  • CALCULUS III
  • DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
  • DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING
  • ABSTRACT ALGEBRA
  • REAL ANALYSIS
  • DISCRETE MATH
  • Intro to C++
Major in Physics
  • ELECTRONICS
  • QUANTUM PHYSICS
  • INTRO TO PROG C++
  • THEORETICAL MECHANICS
  • ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS
Minor in Japanese

GPA: 3.31

  • INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE
  • HISTORY OF JAPAN
September 2013 - December 2018

National Guard AIT Fort Gordan

94 F Computer Chemical Detection Equipment Repairer
  • GPA: 3.99 Distinguished Honor Graduate
  • 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 25 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions
  • Electronic principles
  • Use and maintenance of electrical and electronic test equipment
Feburary 2015 - June 2015

Fort Mccoy NCO Academy

Basic Leader Course
  • GPA: 3.50
  • Public Speaking
  • Team Leading
  • Conflict Resolution and Resiliancy
August 2018

Skills

Programming Languages

C#
  • Developed and integrated new API connections utilizing the .NET Framework, successfully adapting existing systems with limitations and delivering solutions despite restricted access to core source code
  • Refactored and optimized existing codebases by creating reusable class objects to centralize common functions, significantly reducing code redundancies and improving system maintainability
MSSQL
  • Developed and implemented SQL-based reporting solutions for key business units, providing actionable insights into financial performance and daily transaction data
  • Diagnosed and resolved critical database issues, including a significant 50% decline in profitability for a core program, and identified a consumer connection loss resulting in lost business revenue. Successfully reconnected the consumer, recovering lost revenue streams
  • Developed and implemented automated scripts to mask Personally Identifiable Information (PII) during data migration to sandbox and test systems, ensuring data security and compliance
  • Created a Python website that simulates buying and selling stocks for people to use to learn before going into the stock trade
Python
  • Developed and deployed multi-website applications utilizing Python and Flask as the backend, including a recipe website and a stock trading website
  • Developed automated Python scripts for comprehensive analysis of error logs, significantly improving troubleshooting efficiency and proactively identifying potential issues
  • Created automated testing scripts for API connections to our business website, leveraging XML data to generate policies and verifying data mapping accuracy, ensuring data integrity and system reliability
Javascript
  • Used Javascript with some experience in JQuery to use for the clue website
  • Periodically used JQuery to input information into the database more efficiently
  • Created an Etch-a-Sketch program from the Odin Project that changes the backround color of the website where the mouse covers, viewable from the projects tab above
C
  • Developed and deployed multiple independent projects utilizing C and Arduino, demonstrating proficiency in embedded systems development