Software Engineering Team Lead

Xavier A. Goss

Eagle Scout★ Eagle Scout

Full stack developer with a degree in Cyber Security and Information Assurance, building secure, scalable, high-quality software in .NET and Azure.

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6Years leading development teams
10+Years of web development & scripting
6×Dean's List
1,400+Stores using the inventory system I built

Professional Summary

Leadership, architecture and delivery

Employers are welcome to review my achievements and milestones.

I am a Full Stack Software Developer with a degree in Cyber Security and Information Assurance, and for the past six years I have served as a Team Lead, guiding development teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality software solutions. In this role, I have overseen full project lifecycles using SCRUM, provided mentorship, and fostered collaboration to ensure teams consistently met goals and deadlines.

My technical expertise is centered in the Microsoft .NET ecosystem, with advanced proficiency in .NET, as well as extensive experience designing and deploying solutions in Azure. Beyond .NET, I am fluent in Java, JavaScript, and other languages, giving me the versatility to adapt across diverse technology stacks.

With my leadership experience, architectural insight, and ability to bridge technical and business needs, I am ready to make an immediate impact as a senior member of your team.

Focus areas

  • Secure, scalable software delivery
  • .NET and Azure
  • SCRUM and team mentorship
  • Bridging business needs and technical solutions

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Skills & Abilities

Technical skills

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  • C#6 years
    Languages & Web
  • JavaScript / HTML / CSS10+ years
    Languages & Web
  • Java4 years
    Languages & Web
  • ReactWorking knowledge
    Languages & Web
  • Blazor / Razor Pages6 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • Telerik / Kendo6 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • Microservice Architecture6 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • System integrations6 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • Azure Deployments4 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • Azure Service Bus3 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • Azure Functions, App Services & App InsightsHands-on
    .NET & Cloud
  • SignalRHands-on
    .NET & Cloud
  • REST APIs & ASP.NET Core6 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • Unit & integration testing6 years
    .NET & Cloud
  • KafkaWorking knowledge
    .NET & Cloud
  • Software architecture & designRegular practice
    .NET & Cloud
  • Cyber Security & Information AssuranceBachelor's degree
    .NET & Cloud
  • SQL6 years
    Data
  • Microsoft SQL Server6 years
    Data
  • PostgreSQL4 years
    Data
  • Entity Framework (Core)6 years
    Data
  • Dapper6 years
    Data
  • Team Leadership6 years
    Leadership & Process
  • Managing direct reportsDriverse
    Leadership & Process
  • SCRUM6 years
    Leadership & Process
  • Professional Scrum Master ICertified
    Leadership & Process
  • Project Management10+ years
    Leadership & Process
  • Code review & mentoring6 years
    Leadership & Process
  • PowerShell10+ years
    Automation & Systems
  • CI/CD pipelines6 years
    Automation & Systems
  • Infrastructure as code6 years
    Automation & Systems
  • Process & task automationScripts and tooling
    Automation & Systems
  • Windows, Windows Server & Linux administration10+ years
    Automation & Systems

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Domain experience

Retail & POS systems Inventory control Payment card integrations Automotive services Grocery Entertainment technology & robotics

Career History

Professional experience

A summary of my professional experience.

Senior Software Engineer - Team Lead

Driverse

September 2023 – Today

Company website: www.driverse.com

  • Support and enhance quick lube software applications running on modern cloud and on-premise systems.
  • Design and develop web and desktop applications using .NET, Blazor and VB6, delivering responsive, scalable and maintainable solutions.
  • Build backend services and APIs using Azure App Services, Application Insights, Functions, Service Bus, SQL Server, SignalR and more.
  • Lead agile development following Scrum best practices, emphasizing rapid iteration, testing and continuous delivery.
  • Manage direct reports and provide regular mentorship to developers.
  • Provide guidance on software design and architecture, serving as a bridge between business needs and technical solutions.

Accomplishments

  • Designed the core algorithm at the heart of the application, matching parts and services to vehicles so technicians can quickly identify correctly fitting parts and fluid quantities, ensuring prompt and accurate service.

Software Developer

Publix Supermarkets Inc

February 2020 – September 2023

Company website: www.publix.com

Responsibilities

  • Provided application support for the Store Level software application and worked with modern systems.
  • Developed new web applications using .NET.
  • Developed back-end Windows services using .NET.
  • Developed Android mobile applications using Xamarin and .NET.
  • Followed agile and SCRUM best practices, including short development lifecycles.
  • Advised on software design best practices and served as a liaison between the business and the applications we supported.

Accomplishments

  • Built the core system used for inventory counts across 1,400+ stores, powered by multipurpose REST APIs.
  • Developed PowerShell scripts that automated repetitive tasks and increased overall team productivity.
  • Optimized the store scale data comparison process, reducing data failures by 75%.

DTOC Analyst

The Walt Disney Company (Hays)

February 2019 – February 2020

Company website: www.thewaltdisneycompany.com · Contractor: www.hays.com

Responsibilities

  • Provided enterprise-level support for The Walt Disney Company network infrastructure and critical business applications.
  • Managed user accounts in Windows Active Directory.
  • Created and renewed SSL certificates using Entrust security software.
  • Drafted and sent communications during major incidents.

Accomplishments

  • Developed batch scripts that automated login and daily setup procedures for peers.
  • Advised on the setup and configuration of video wall monitoring technology.
  • Improved .aspx web applications on Windows Server 2016 used for daily operational tasks.
  • Built new web applications, including ServiceNow and SMTP integrations.

Entertainment Technician

Universal Studios Florida Resort

June 2014 – Today

Company website: www.universalorlando.com

Accomplishments

  • Led advanced troubleshooting and repaired network connections that had been inoperable for 10 years, enabling video to be transmitted over a VLAN instead of being transported manually on flash drives.
  • Promoted innovative technology and designed applications and documentation that streamlined work processes.

Roles held

Entertainment Tech MaintenanceMay 2019 – TodayMaintain technical infrastructure for parade and park-wide entertainment venues.
Tech I Show ControlMarch 2016 – November 2021Troubleshot and operated shows using a custom show control system built by Birket Engineering. Troubleshot network connections, video editing and routing software, audio routing software and other entertainment effects.
Tech I ProductionSeptember 2016 – April 2020Managed and maintained show quality across lighting, audio, video, stunts, effects and stage décor.
Tech I Stunt RiggingDecember 2016 – November 2021Performed safety inspections, made critical safety calls and guided Tech II riggers.
Tech II Stunt RiggingJune 2014 – November 2021Performed safety inspections and belayed contestants during a live stunt show.
Tech II Special FXAugust 2015 – November 2018Designed special effects for seasonal entertainment across the parks and served as water safety and pyrotechnics technician for a live stunt show.

Entertainment Technician

Legoland Florida Resort

October 2018 – May 2019

Company website: www.legoland.com

Responsibilities

  • Maintained park-wide attractions and entertainment venue technology, including special effects, lighting, audio and CCTV.
  • Set up and struck entertainment equipment for special events.

Accomplishments

  • Created a database of common issues that made troubleshooting more efficient and documented vital information in an easy-to-access format.

Projects

What I build

Products I have built, led and maintained, from commercial point-of-sale software to platforms for Scouting volunteers.

ProfessionalSep 2023 – Present

Driverse

Cloud-based shop management system for automotive service shops, with a customizable workflow, customer and vehicle history, accurate vehicle specifications and technician coaching materials. I lead the development team and designed the core algorithm that matches parts and services to vehicles.

.NETBlazorAzureSQL ServerSignalR
ProfessionalSep 2025 – Present

AutoData PosiLube

AutoData's Windows point-of-sale system for quick lube shops, with reporting, a cash drawer and inventory control. I support and extend it, including payment card integration.

Point of salePayment card integrationInventory controlReporting
ProfessionalSep 2025 – Present

SAGE Quicktouch

SAGE's point-of-sale application for quick lube shops, built in VB6 on a Microsoft Access database. I support and extend it.

VB6Microsoft AccessPoint of sale
Personal projectIn development

Virtual Leaders Guide

A platform for managing event leader guides. Admins create events and directors edit the ones they are granted, and each event gets a passcode-protected public guide with a schedule, map and info pages. Built on .NET 10 with over 70 documented architecture decisions and unit, component and end-to-end tests. The app itself requires sign-in; the source is public.

.NET 10.NET AspireBlazorEntity Framework CoreSQL ServerJSON:APIAzurePlaywright
View the source on GitHub → Architecture highlights →
Scouting projectMay 2025 – Present

Membership Manager

A web application I host to manage recruiting for my Scouting America district. It tracks units, schools and events so the team communicates effectively and attends every event possible. Sign-in required.

.NET 8ServiceStackReactSQL ServerAzureScouting
View the source on GitHub →
Scouting projectOct 2021 – Present

CampMaster

An event management application I designed for a local Scout camp, with a custom zoomable map. A calendar, GPS navigation and camper alerts are planned.

Xamarin.FormsASP.NET MVCMapsScouting
View the source on GitHub →

Awards & Education

Education, training and awards

A summary of my education, training and awards.

Awards

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

The highest rank in the BSA, awarded for excellence in leadership, personal growth, team building and STEM.

Rookie Inspiration Award, FIRST Robotics

The second-highest level of achievement for a rookie team in the FIRST Robotics league, recognizing community service, engineering achievement and team spirit.

District Award of Merit, Scouting America

Honored for outstanding leadership in Scouting, recognizing three years of service as a district volunteer mentoring youth and adult leaders and strengthening programs that positively impacted the community.

Education

Bachelor's in Cyber Security / Information Assurance

Colorado Technical University – Online

Graduation: August 2019 · GPA: 3.58 · Dean's List (6 times)
Accreditation

High School Diploma

Ridge Community High School

Graduation: May 2011

Training & Certificates

Professional Scrum Master Level 1

Certified in Agile Scrum practices, supporting team collaboration, continuous improvement and successful delivery of high-quality software.

NYLT & Wood Badge

NYLT (youth) and Wood Badge (adult) are premier leadership courses offered by the Boy Scouts of America, teaching leadership principles for both small and large groups.

About Me

Beyond work

Outside of work, I'm a family man who loves exploring the great outdoors. Whether I'm on the road in my camper, out on a trail or in the garage tinkering with a new idea, I'm happiest exploring somewhere new.

National parks & the open road

I love taking cross-country trips in my camper to explore the nation's national parks and the great outdoors.

Family first

Family comes first in everything I do.

Scouting

A dedicated scouter and Eagle Scout, with years of volunteer service mentoring youth and adult leaders.

Roller coasters

A true roller coaster enthusiast, which pairs well with my years in theme park entertainment technology.

Hiking & swimming

I love to hike and swim, and both keep me active and recharged.

Tinkering & experimenting

I'm a tinkerer at heart who loves to experiment with new ideas, whether that's a side project, a new tool or a better way to solve an old problem.

Contact

Let's connect

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