Software Engineer
2014 - 2016Two Sigma Investments- Created and led the development of a new internal cloud deployment system.
- Built REST applications and services in Java and Python.
- Integrated with diverse infrastructure components such as OpenStack, ELK, and Kerberos.
- Provided support and guidance for implementing REST services.
- Was a resident expert on taking a web app/service project from start to deployment all the while using the company's best practices.
Technologies: REST, JAX-RS, Python, JavaSoftware Engineer
2006 - 2014Rosetta Stone- Developed and maintained the world’s leading language learning software.
- Worked on desktop, web, and mobile products.
- Developed the front-end and back-end of language-content creation and editing tools.
- Built the requirements, designs, and did the implementation in Java, Ruby, and Flex.
- Modernized the CI, dependency management, and build scripting with Maven, Ivy, Rake, Nexus, and Jenkins.
- Led the effort to radically improve the reliability of our major K12 educational product.
Technologies: Flash ActionScript, Flex, Ivy, Maven, Ruby, JavaSoftware Engineer
2002 - 2006James Madison University- Developed tools for the simulation of network security for a federal grant project.
- Wrote the front-end and back-end in Java and SQL.
- Led a team of two developers plus several undergraduate students.
- Established the workflow management, source control, and continuous integration.
Technologies: Java
Philip Riley
Software Developer in Harrisonburg, VA, United States
Member since August 22, 2016
Over the last 14 years, Phil has proven again and again his ability to get things done, whether it's extending and improving an existing project, or developing one from scratch. He is able to move smoothly between technologies, and has an exceptional ability to dive into a new field and start contributing immediately. He's a great team player, mentor, and thought leader, but also has the discipline to fly solo.
Philip is now available for hire
Portfolio
- Two Sigma InvestmentsREST, JAX-RS, Python, Java
- Rosetta StoneFlash ActionScript, Flex, Ivy, Maven, Ruby, Java
- James Madison UniversityJava
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
Git, Subversion (SVN), PyCharm, IntelliJ, Eclipse, Linux, MacOS
The most amazing...
...thing I've coded is the puzzle-making-and-rendering software for several puzzle books.
Employment
Experience
- Rosetta Stone
Worked on numerous aspects of the world's leading language-learning software.
- Brainfreeze Puzzles
As of 2016, Laura Taalman and I have written 8 volumes of Sudoku variations - puzzles like Sudoku but with unique twists. Published by Sterling Puzzlewright Press. I did all of the programming of puzzle-making tools and graphics generation.
Skills
Languages
Java, Python, Flash ActionScript, ActionScript 3, JavaScript, RubyOther
Back-end, Front-end, Code ReviewTools
Subversion (SVN), IntelliJ, PyCharm, Ivy, Git, MavenParadigms
REST, Test-driven Development (TDD), Automation, MicroservicesFrameworks
Angular, Flex, DjangoLibraries/APIs
JAX-RSPlatforms
MacOS, Linux, Eclipse, Amazon Web Services (AWS)Storage
PostgreSQL
Education
- MS in Computer Science2000 - 2002James Madison University - Harrisonburg VA
- MA in Mathematics1995 - 2000Duke University - Durham NC
- BA in Mathematics1990 - 1994University of Chicago - Chicago
