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Paul Stewart Portland, OR 97218
Cell: +1 (617) 697-4119 | Email: paul@arckinteractive.com | LinkedIn
SUMMARY
Senior Technology Project Manager and PMP-certified technologist with 15+ years leading complex IT programs across government, healthcare, and enterprise SaaS. Expert in delivering large-scale system implementations, contract management, and cross-functional team leadership. Proven record of managing multi-vendor environments, building risk and communication plans, and driving adoption through Agile and change management. Skilled at aligning business goals with secure, scalable solutions and ensuring measurable outcomes.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Full-Stack Web and Mobile Application Development with a SaaS Focus
• Regulatory & Compliance Management (NIST, HIPAA, SOC 2, FISMA)
• AI/ML Development, Automation and Consulting
• Developer Coaching and Mentoring
• Agile & Hybrid Delivery (Scrum, Kanban, PMI)
• Requirements Analysis & Systems Integration
• Product and Project Management
• Program & Portfolio Management
• Project Governance & PMO Operations
• Risk, Issue & Change Control
• Contract & Vendor Management
• Stakeholder & Executive Communication
• Business Process Improvement
• Quality Assurance & Performance Metrics
• Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Transfer
• Organizational Change Management & User Adoption
SELECTED PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
• Directed multi-year modernization initiative for a federal client, implementing
Agile delivery, risk management, and QA processes aligned with NIST and FISMA
standards.
• Managed full lifecycle of enterprise SaaS rollouts across healthcare and education
sectors, including vendor coordination, budget tracking, and stakeholder
reporting.
• Oversaw contract negotiations, resource planning, and issue escalation for
technology transformation projects exceeding $1M budgets.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ARCK INTERACTIVE, INC.
Founder & CTO
September 2010 – Present
Founded and scaled a full-stack digital product consultancy serving global clients across nonprofit, education, healthcare, and enterprise SaaS. Directed the full lifecycle of dozens of product engagements—combining technical architecture, UX strategy, and Agile delivery with executive oversight and stakeholder management.
• Established governance frameworks, risk registers, and communication plans that ensured consistent delivery across concurrent multimillion-dollar projects.
• Oversaw cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and analysts, managing day-to-day progress, dependencies, and vendor performance against defined KPIs.
• Managed project budgets, procurement, and resource allocation to align with client fiscal controls and compliance requirements.
• Implemented Agile/PMI hybrid methodologies, introducing sprint cadence, backlog prioritization, and iterative delivery that reduced time-to-market by 30%.
• Developed executive dashboards and performance metrics to support leadership visibility and informed decision-making.
• Led stakeholder engagement and change management efforts to secure buy-in, increase adoption, and sustain long-term value post-launch.
• Ensured adherence to SOC 2, HIPAA, and ADA standards through formal QA checkpoints and structured audit documentation.
Selected Achievements:
• Delivered 100+ SaaS and digital transformation projects on time and within budget, including major system integrations for The World Bank, University of Alaska, and John Wiley & Sons.
• Scaled organization from startup to global digital consultancy, developing standardized delivery models and vendor frameworks used across multiple sectors.
Chenega Corporation (U.S DOT) August 2005 – August 2010 Senior Full-Stack Developer / Solutions Architect
Evolved into a federal solutions architect, leading design and delivery of secure, high-compliance systems at national scale. Orchestrated parallel development streams while embedding Agile practices in traditional waterfall environments.
• Led the end-to-end delivery of federal compliance platforms, including the SAMO and RISC systems, ensuring full adherence to FISMA and NIST 800-53 controls.
• Developed project charters, scope statements, and detailed work breakdown structures to guide parallel development teams and external vendors.
• Managed risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and issue resolution in coordination with client leadership and federal oversight committees.
• Established and monitored project schedules, milestones, and dependencies using PMBOK-aligned methodologies.
• Directed QA and acceptance testing processes to ensure systems met defined requirements and security benchmarks.
• Transitioned teams from traditional waterfall to Agile iterative delivery, introducing sprint planning and retrospective cycles that improved velocity and predictability.
• Coordinated interdepartmental communication, ensuring stakeholder alignment and maintaining audit readiness for all department areas.
Key Accomplishment:
• Improved program delivery efficiency by introducing early CI/CD automation and governance dashboards—precursors to federal DevOps practices.
Tufts Medical Center (Perot Systems) March 2002 – August 2005 Web Developer / Application Analyst
Transitioned from infrastructure to application development, building web platforms that unified hospital operations, clinical systems, and compliance requirements. Introduced custom software solutions to a traditionally vendor-driven environment, accelerating digital transformation.
• Managed implementation of a HIPAA-compliant intranet CMS serving 85+ departments, overseeing vendor coordination, user training, and deployment.
• Defined project objectives, scope, and deliverables aligned with hospital compliance standards and IT strategy.
• Directed stakeholder workshops and discovery sessions to elicit requirements and manage change impacts.
• Coordinated integration between Lawson ERP and EHR systems, eliminating manual reconciliation and enhancing data accuracy.
• Oversaw risk management and QA testing to ensure full regulatory and operational compliance.
• Developed reporting dashboards and performance metrics that shortened executive decision cycles from weeks to days.
Result: Recognized for modernizing a traditionally vendor-dependent environment and setting new standards for IT governance and digital transformation in healthcare.
Tufts Medical Center (Lifespan Inc.) January 1999 – March 2002 Project Lead / Applications Analyst
• Planned and executed enterprise workstation standardization and Active Directory provisioning for over 1,000 endpoints.
• Led multi-phase rollout of remote access and network security policies, coordinating with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams.
• Managed project documentation, change logs, and user communication for all deployment phases.
• Partnered with clinical leadership to identify operational bottlenecks and implement technical controls that improved SLA performance by 30%.
• Supported organizational compliance with early data protection and network segmentation standards cycles from weeks to days.
TECHNICAL TOOLKIT
Languages & Frameworks:
• Laravel, Node.js, Python, PHP, JavaScript, TypeScript, .NET, React, Vue.js, Statamic, HTML5, CSS3
DevOps & Infrastructure:
• AWS, Azure, GCP, Docker, Heroku, Cloudflare, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CircleCI, CI/CD Pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
APIs & Integration:
• RESTful APIs, GraphQL, HL7, FHIR, OAuth2.0, SSO, Webhooks
Data & Databases:
• MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Snowflake
Security & Compliance:
• HIPAA, SOC 2, ADA, GDPR, FERPA, OWASP Top 10, Microsoft Intune, Azure AD, M365 Security
Tooling & Collaboration:
• Jira, Trello, Zeplin, Figma, Postman, ProductBoard, Slack, Confluence
AI/ML & Automation:
• LLM Data Annotation, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Snorkel Flow, AI-assisted QA, Model Evaluation
EDUCATION
• Bachelor of Science, 2003 – Multimedia Studies & Computer Engineering, Northeastern University
• Master's Work, 2005 – Communication Protocols and Internet Architectures, Harvard Extension School
CERTIFICATIONS
• PMP – Project Management Professional (PMI)
• Agile/Scrum, Kanban Methodologies
• NIST 800-53, HIPAA, SOC 2, ADA, FISMA Compliance
REFERENCES
HENRY DITTMER (henry@sensible-leadership.com)
To whom it may concern,
It’s a pleasure to recommend Paul Stewart for any senior leadership role. I’ve collaborated with Paul during a crucial phase of a client’s transformation initiative. I brought him into the project based on a trusted recommendation, and it turned out to be one of the most strategic decisions we made.
With decades of experience in technology and business, I was struck by Paul’s blend of technical expertise and strategic foresight. He has a rare ability to convert vision into execution, modernizing how teams operate while ensuring long-term sustainability. Paul introduced agile methodologies that allowed us to shift from rigid development cycles to rapid, iterative delivery. This significantly accelerated our ability to deliver value.
Paul’s strength lies in balancing big-picture thinking with detailed execution. He’s analytical, intuitive, and responsive to shifting priorities. He streamlined processes, introduced scalable architecture, and guided the team through continuous improvements—all with unwavering integrity and transparency.
As a leader and consultant, Paul communicates clearly, mitigates risks early, and inspires high performance. He led a diverse, distributed team with empathy and precision, aligning technical contributors and stakeholders alike. Every milestone was delivered reliably, and the results surpassed expectations in terms of usability, durability, and strategic value.
Paul leads with a strong sense of purpose. He brings intellectual clarity and emotional intelligence to every engagement. Any organization would benefit immensely from his leadership, systems thinking, and commitment to meaningful outcomes.
Please feel free to contact me directly for more insight.
Sincerely,
Henry C. Dittmer
Sensible Leadership Coaching, LLC henry@sensible-leadership.com
+1 (303) 810-4905
BEN TOMLIN (btomlin@uw.edu)
I’m pleased to share my wholehearted recommendation of Paul Stewart.
I originally worked with Paul at the intersection of technology and learning innovation. At a time when digital collaboration was just beginning to take shape, Paul helped us envision and execute an ambitious solution that merged content, community, and utility in a single, intuitive system. What impressed me most was Paul’s ability to deeply understand the people at the center of
the work. He actively engaged all stakeholders—whether strategic leaders or frontline users—to
co-design meaningful outcomes. He guided us through choices with clarity, balancing bold innovation with practical delivery.
The result was something visionary, built well before many of today’s mainstream tools emerged. And yet Paul’s strength wasn’t just technical—it was his commitment to solving real- world problems and advancing the mission through design and engineering.
Even as our careers progressed, I’ve remained inspired by Paul’s foundational approach: engage thoughtfully, build iteratively, and measure success by impact. The principles I observed in those early years have clearly endured in the way he continues to lead teams and deliver change across sectors.
I hold Paul in the highest regard as an innovator, mentor, and leader. Any forward-thinking organization would benefit greatly from his presence.
Warmly, Ben Tomlin
Senior Director, Communications btomlin@uw.edu
To whom it may concern,
It’s my pleasure to offer this recommendation for Paul Stewart, whom I’ve had the opportunity to work with closely over the past several years on the development and continuous evolution
of a specialized digital platform.
From the beginning, Paul brought more than just technical expertise—he approached the work as a strategic partner. He took time to understand the needs and dynamics of our clients and
end users, and he translated that understanding into a platform that was not only robust and secure, but remarkably intuitive. Paul was instrumental in shaping a product that handles complex workflows and permissions without ever losing sight of user experience.
One of the things I appreciate most about Paul is his ability to manage complexity with calm clarity. He leads with thoughtfulness, listens intently, and never loses sight of what success looks like for the people on the other side of the screen. Under his leadership, projects were delivered on time and under budget, and always with scalability and adaptability in mind.
Beyond the technical scope, Paul has been a valued thought partner as our work has grown. Whether navigating tight timelines or evaluating new opportunities, I’ve consistently relied on his clear thinking, grounded perspective, and collaborative spirit. His contributions have made our work stronger and more resilient.
Any team would benefit from Paul’s ability to turn ambiguity into action and vision into results. I recommend him enthusiastically.
Warm regards, Shannon Berg Founder & CEO
shannon@bergassociatesnw.com 503.347.8822
TYSON BROWN (brown.tyson@gmail.com)
It is my pleasure to recommend Paul Stewart for senior leadership and strategic delivery roles.
I worked closely with Paul in my capacity as a Product Manager, where he served as a consulting partner and development lead to help us drive and deliver compelling capabilities to our customer base.
When we faced the challenge of building a new system under a short timeline and with high technical expectations, Paul’s team stepped in and delivered beyond expectations. He quickly absorbed the complexity of our business problem and translated it into a thoughtful, strategic technical solution. He worked with us from discovery through deployment, balancing technical feasibility with user-centric design and organizational priorities.
Paul’s leadership was crucial to the success of this initiative. He assembled and guided a hybrid team of frontend, backend, and QA engineers who worked in close collaboration with our in-
house teams. His calm and focused presence helped maintain momentum through tight deadlines, shifting requirements, and technical unknowns. The product we launched achieved exceptional adoption rates and remains a critical, high-use capability today.
As a development manager, Paul consistently solved difficult problems with elegance and empathy. He is fluent in both the language of business and technology, serving as a vital bridge between strategic goals and technical execution. His standards for quality and innovation were evident in every deliverable.
Equally important, Paul led with integrity and transparency. He built trust quickly with our teams and fostered a culture of accountability within the distributed team he managed. His hybrid-first team structure and leadership approach predated current remote trends by over a decade, serving as a model for high-performing global teams.
Paul brings strategic thinking, operational discipline, and a collaborative spirit to every engagement, making him a valuable asset to any organization.
Please feel free to contact me directly should you wish to discuss his candidacy further.
All the best,
Tyson Brown LinkedIn
480-399-9899
brown.tyson@gmail.com
I enjoy sharing my knowledge and helping others grow in their careers. I find it rewarding to evaluate candidates, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to building strong, skilled teams.
I am a full-stack software engineer with over seven years of experience building and managing web applications. Passionate about solving real-world challenges through code, I specialize in developing scalable, efficient, and user-friendly solutions. My expertise spans multiple technologies, and I am committed to continuous learning to stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
Technical Expertise
Frontend Development
Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern frameworks such as React.js, Redux, Next.js, and React Native. Experienced with UI libraries like Bootstrap, Material UI, Tailwind CSS, Semantic UI, and Styled Components.
Backend Development
Skilled in Node.js, NestJS, Express.js, Python, and Django, designing and implementing powerful backend systems that ensure performance and scalability.
Mobile Development
Experienced in React Native and Expo, crafting responsive and intuitive mobile applications.
Databases
Proficient in MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and GridDB, ensuring efficient and well-structured data storage solutions.
CMS & No-Code Solutions
Capable of developing and customizing web solutions using WordPress and Wix.
APIs & Development Tools
Well-versed in RESTful APIs, GraphQL, authentication (JWT, Passport.js), file handling (Multer, Cloudinary), email services (Nodemailer), testing (Jest), version control (Git, GitHub), and payment gateway integration (Paystack API).
Technical Writing Experience
Beyond software development, I have over six years of general writing experience, including three years focused on technical content creation. I have collaborated with tech companies such as Cloudinary and Bunzz, producing clear and engaging content on topics like blockchain, video streaming, and software development. My expertise includes writing API documentation, user guides, FAQs, knowledge base articles, and technical blogs, ensuring complex concepts are accessible to diverse audiences.
Work Ethic & Collaboration
I am a detail-oriented, responsible, and reliable professional with excellent communication and time management skills. I thrive in collaborative environments and am always open to learning and adapting to new challenges.
Let’s Connect
If you're looking for a skilled full-stack developer or an experienced technical writer, I’d love to collaborate. Feel free to reach out for a discussion—I’m available for chat or video calls and respond promptly to inquiries.
Looking forward to building exceptional solutions together!
Senior Full‑Stack Developer with over seven years’ experience designing, building and maintaining large‑scale web applications.
Track record of delivering end‑to‑end solutions by partnering with stakeholders to translate business and user needs into reliable software.
Committed to clean, maintainable code, performance tuning, security best practices, and automated CI/CD pipelines.
Nearly two years of hands‑on AI experience, integrating machine learning models and automation to boost product intelligence.
I’ve contributed as a developer at global leaders Adobe and Newgen, as well as at high‑growth startups MoveInSync and Zillious Solutions.
Skills
Advanced:
Java, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Spring, Hibernate, Spring Boot, Maven/Gradle, Microservices, Multithreading & Concurrency Control, Web Services (SOAP & REST), RPC, Git, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Database Modeling & Schema Design, SQL (Stored Procedures/Functions, Triggers), Docker, Kubernetes.
Intermediate:
TypeScript, Python, Angular, React, API Gateway, Service Discovery, Load Balancer, ELK Stack, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Redis Cache, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), AI Agents, LangGraph, Vector Databases, AI Workflows, Fine‑Tuning.
Core Strengths:
Scalable system design, back‑end architecture, data structures & algorithms.
How I Can Help You
– I’m here to tackle your toughest technical challenges with expertise and dedication.
Special Offer
– Enjoy your first session free! (Terms & Conditions apply — let’s discuss your needs during our requirement-gathering call.)
Satisfaction Guaranteed
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For a comprehensive overview of additional technologies and frameworks tailored to your needs, please refer to the Expertise section of my profile.
American (native English speaker) living abroad.
I teach people how to get projects built fast and become successful developers 🔥.
I don't compete on price, but I do compete on quality, speed of training, and lack of a language barrier 🙂
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**Why Work With Me?**
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💰 Successfully started and improved software dev careers for multiple clients.
⚪ Able to communicate complex topics simply
❤️🔥 Burning passion for coding and teaching
👁️ Can provide Process Maps for visual learners
**Refund Policy**
💸 If I'm unable to help, you get a full refund. Easy 🙂
**Backstory**
I started programming in 2018 after my mentor told me that it really fits the way I think.
Before I started I was learning marketing, working in Facebook Ads and Shopify Stores (with Google Analytics, VWO, and other website optimization softwares), I was more interested in automation, and building to do tasks only once.
I started at first learning Python for automation (which is still my primary language and what I really enjoy coding in). Eventually, I learned that by itself, Python isn't that sharable if you want other non-coders to use the my apps, so I grew my way into web development, diving deep into Django, HTML & CSS, building multiple sites with only those to get experience, for example:
- My website: https://www.zackplauche.com/
- A mini app I built: https://www.dollarperhourcalculator.com
And more :)
Then eventually learning JavaScript and the Vue.js framework to take my websites, designs, and User Experiences to the next level, building at first simple apps like my DollarPerHour Calculator (https://zackplauche.github.io/DollarPerHourCalculator/), and more advanced ones, like the current one I'm developing (still in progress, but it's the biggest app I've ever build, using both Vue.js and Django).
I've been teaching programming since 2019, and my students have loved me. I have students I work with that have been working with me weekly since I first started (more than 5 years now!). They helped me keep both my coding and teaching career sustainable as I was helping them with their issues, training them to be effective developers, starting my own software agency, and building my own apps.
I'm extremely grateful to my students and truly care about and do my best to support their success in whatever their endeavors.
Hi, I'm Chris, a software engineer based in London working primarily with web technologies.
As an experienced professional with a computer science background, I can help you learn or improve in many areas of software development and am happy to tailor sessions to your needs. In terms of topics we can dive really deep into, my professional toolset nowadays is primarily:
- Python
- Django
- JavaScript
- React
- PostgreSQL
- Docker
- AWS (qualified Solutions Architect)
I also conduct technical interviews and would be happy to work through some interview-style questions if that's something you need to prepare for.
I have around 10 years of professional experience but my interest in programming goes back 17 years when I first started learning Lua scripting as a hobby with a mentor of my own. I strongly believe that anyone can learn to code if they set their mind to it with access to the right support for the questions we all have when learning something new.
In the past, I've also done some open-source work and notably managed to contribute a bug fix to CPython in one of the language codec modules. This is something I'd love to do more of or guide others in doing.
If you're looking for a patient mentor with a wide range of experience who can break things down into plain English terms, don't hesitate to get in touch!
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**Links:**
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libcthorne/
- GitHub: https://github.com/libcthorne/
I have been programming on various web and cross platform stacks. I love making things and helping people build things. If you need help with your project, fixing bugs, refactoring your codebase, guidance on how to give your web app a better architectural foundation, I'm your guy.
Full Stack Developer with 8+ years of experience in building high-performance web applications. Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks like React.js, Angular, and Vue.js, along with backend expertise in Node.js, Express.js, Python, and Django. Adept at optimizing UI/UX with Material UI and Tailwind CSS while ensuring seamless data flow using Redux, Context API, and MobX. Passionate about performance optimization, cloud solutions (AWS), and implementing scalable, secure architectures. Committed to staying ahead of industry trends to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.
I am a Mobile and Web Developer with expertise in Django, Rails and many more technologies. I love challenging projects and learning new things.
in 2014, I was the Lead Developer for a realtime Django project with Pythonic implementations of [socket.io](http://socket.io/), postgresql, and angular.js.
I currently own the web and mobile development agency https://tecmanic.com, where we distribute flutter pre-made applications and design from scatch applications for our clients.
I also have experience with other tools like fabric, capistrano, chef and all system administration tasks.
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