Todd Paulk is an IT professional with over 14 years of experience developing software on Linux operating systems. He has expertise in software engineering, IT management, and project management. His technical skills include programming languages like C, C++, Python, and Perl. He has worked as a software engineer and developed automated processes. He also has experience in system administration, troubleshooting, and implementing DevOps tools like Ansible and Docker. His work history includes positions at Survox, Research Data Design, and The Gallup Organization where he developed custom applications, automated reporting, and analyzed market research data. He has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Nebraska.

1. TODD A PAULK
Oakland, CA – 94607 – 510.703.3321 – toddalanpaulk@gmail.com
IT PROFESSIONAL
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ~ IT MANAGEMENT ~ PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Technology Proficiencies
Version Control/Source Management: Bazaar (BZR)
Operating Systems: Linux (CentOS , RedHat, Ubuntu), Unix (Solaris)
Languages: C, C++, Python, Perl, Ruby
Scripting: C Shell (csh), Bash Shell
Web: PHP, HTML, AJAX, JSON, CSS, Javascript, SQL
Benchmarks & Accomplishments
● 14 years experience developing software on Linux Operating systems
● Experienced and accomplished software engineer with expertise in design and analysis across all aspects of
SDLC including requirements definition, prototyping, proof of concept, design, interface implementation,
testing and maintenance
● Skilled troubleshooter with ability to identify, isolate and resolve technical issues
● Designed and built automated processes to run on Linux Operating systems
● Installed, configured, compiled and tested software applications on Linux Operating Systems
● Assisted in Linux system administration, optimization and troubleshooting
● Strong knowledge of OWASP secure coding practices & Agile methodologies
● Proficient in building and strengthening relationships across all operational functions to drive cohesive and
strategic initiatives and meet company requirements
● Proven ability to successfully plan, coordinate, facilitate and direct projects from inception to successful
completion
● Collaborated with Research Analysts for the Market Research industry to evaluate data collection
performance, cost analysis, custom study reporting, and questionnaire design, then developed processes
for automation
● Developed Enterprise software to be utilized in Market Research, Data Collection, and Data Analysis
● Directed research projects from concept to completion, including initial questionnaire design,
sample management, quality control, quota management, and data reporting

2. TODD A PAULK
Oakland, CA – 94607 – 510.703.3321 – toddalanpaulk@gmail.com
IT PROFESSIONAL
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ~ IT MANAGEMENT ~ PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Work Experience
RESEARCHED DEVOPS TECHNOLOGY 2015 -
2016
STUDIED CONFIGURATION AND INTEGRATION TOOLS INCLUDING ANSIBLE PLAYBOOKS, CHEF RECIPES, PUPPET AND DOCKER
CONTAINERS.
HAVE A SOLID UNDERSTANDING OF USAGE AND BENEFIT OF THESE TOOLS AND AM LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN WORKING
EXPERIENCE WITH THEM.
SURVOX ∙ San Francisco, CA 2004 - 2014
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
● Designed, developed and tested custom applications for clients using Perl, Python, csh and bash shell scripts.
● Created processes for the initialization and testing of features for Asterisk-based dialing system using Python, Perl
and Linux shell scripts
● Compiled and installed numerous large scale proprietary software applications using custom makefile
systems and Linux shell scripts
● Assisted in Linux system administration and utilized VMware
● Downloaded, installed and configured regular updates for Apache, Perl and Java libraries on Linux
● Maintained, enhanced, and tested proprietary core software products using C/C++
● Documented and provided step-by-step procedures for key features and software applications
● Developed automated reporting processes by writing Perl, Csh and Bash scripts then scheduling and using Linux
Crontab and sendmail to deliver
● Developed real time charts, graphs, dynamic dashboards and other custom reports and reporting tools using Perl
and Javascript
● Liaised with company software support staff, service bureau, and customers to resolve complex technical
issues.
● Primary member of development team responsible for integrating Survox software products within a single,
secure, and user-friendly enterprise Web Application

3. TODD A PAULK
Oakland, CA – 94607 – 510.703.3321 – toddalanpaulk@gmail.com
IT PROFESSIONAL
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ~ IT MANAGEMENT ~ PROJECT MANAGEMENT
● Designed, developed and debugged a range of critical software products including Survox Quota Management and
Sample Management tools
● Developed an internal software product enabling Survox to accurately monitor and allocate software usage per
client and improve billing procedure
● Coordinated with team of technical professionals to manage key aspects of software web applications, including
sample management, quota management, and data reporting tools
● Proactively participated in collaborative work environment defined by Scrum Methodology guidelines
● Evaluated data and utilized findings to design, develop and implement reporting systems for individual interviewer
performance and costing analysis using C and Perl scripts
● Mentored, coached and led team members in programming methodologies and technology best practice
● Collaborated with Research Analysts and other professionals to write scripted programs to assist in their work
efforts
RESEARCH DATA DESIGN ∙ Portland, OR 2001 - 2004
DATA ANALYST, MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST
● Responsible for administering Survox software for Unix/Linux systems, managing research projects, and
developing automated reporting processes using csh and bash shell to run custom Survox scripts
● Instructed, trained and mentored programmer team utilizing SPSS, Survox Mentor, and Survent programming
languages
● Participated in interview process, consulted in regards to applicants and new hires, and provided recruitment
recommendations
● Created and presented weekly company revenue reports, delivering results to company-wide audience
● Partnered with clients to build strong relationships and awareness of customers changing requirements
THE GALLUP ORGANIZATION ∙ Lincoln, NE 1993 - 2000
DATA ANALYST, RESEARCH ANALYST, MARKETING SPECIALIST
● Served as professional interviewer, conducting telephone interviews with respondents to surveys and managing
quotas for tracking studies
● Analyzed and coded responses; utilized software to analyze data; beta tested text analytics packages including
Ascribe
● Worked with Research Analysts and created scripted programs to improve ability to analyze and drill down data
sets

4. TODD A PAULK
Oakland, CA – 94607 – 510.703.3321 – toddalanpaulk@gmail.com
IT PROFESSIONAL
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ~ IT MANAGEMENT ~ PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Education
University of Nebraska at Lincoln, Lincoln, NE
BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN JOURNALISM – MAJOR IN ADVERTISING, MINORS IN ENGLISH, PSYCHOLOGY & HISTORY
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity
Two Years Graduate Study – Computer Science
Community Leadership
Historian
Fire Marshall
Hospital and Senior Care volunteer work 2015 - 2016