I'm a code hungry, self motivated developer. I am an ex-web developer gone rogue, and moved to the mobile space. I enjoy being challenged, corrected, and presented with new problems to tackle. Specialties: Android development, iOS, Java, ASP.NET, C#, VB.NET, C++, JSON, XML, JavaScript, jQuery, MSSQL, Sed, Awk, penetration, mobile security, internet security.

Android Developer @ From October 2013 to Present (2 years 1 month) Chicago, ILAndroid Developer @ Punchkick Interactive is a full-service mobile marketing agency that transforms clients into leaders of the mobile space. Punchkick works with some of the world's most recognized brands to marry innovative thinking with enterprise-tested processes and technology. From concept to execution, Punchkick works closely with its clients to craft mobile strategies that provide tangible ROI. From May 2014 to Present (1 year 6 months) Chicago, ILMobile Developer @ The application my team and I wrote won the Tabby award: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/savo-receives-tabby-award-best-140200830.html Architected and developed enterprise Android and iOS applications to interact with our companies API using RESTful services Performed code reviews of existing code written by offshore developers Enhanced and added features to SAVO’s iOS application that was created by a 3rd party Attended iOS boot camp, one of the leading courses for iOS development From July 2011 to May 2014 (2 years 11 months) Chicago, ILWeb Developer @ Fixed bugs that were released into production Enhanced and refined current features Performed code reviews Implemented unit tests From March 2011 to September 2011 (7 months) ChicagoQA Automation Engineer @ Thoroughly tested the web application to ensure there were no errors that occurred Architected and developed an automation script which tested the web application every time a successful build occurred to check for critical errors or flaws From January 2010 to April 2011 (1 year 4 months) Student Programmer @ Designed and developed a software program which was purchased by NIU, which is still used today by hundreds of users Maintained applications and provided necessary repairs and adjustments Provided support for homebrew software Architected and developed SASS applications which is still used to this day. From January 2005 to January 2010 (5 years 1 month) Technician @ Managed the installation and configuration of cash registers for many Best Buy's. Worked with team members and other companies as a team to complete the upgrades by opening the next morning. From June 2006 to July 2006 (2 months) Helpdesk Employee @ Diagnosed technical support problems involving network issues, phone problems, and software issues. Tracked and resolved helpdesk tickets in a timely manner. From January 2005 to June 2006 (1 year 6 months) Technician @ From 2004 to 2006 (2 years) Team lead/Technician @ Team leader for an after-hours computer refresh project. Responsible for installing PCs and printers, connecting to their WAN, followed by troubleshooting the equipment to ensure proper operation before office opening. From August 2005 to October 2005 (3 months) Technician @ Dispatched to businesses all over the Northern Illinois to perform computer repairs. Obtained Dell laptop and desktop certifications. From June 2005 to August 2005 (3 months)

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science @ Northern Illinois University From 2004 to 2009 Downers Grove North High School From 2000 to 2004 Nick Achtien is skilled in: Android, iOS development, Mobile Devices, Android Development, Java, XML, iOS, Microsoft SQL Server, jQuery, Web Applications, C#, Visual Studio, ASP.NET, REST, User Experience, JSON, JavaScript, Software Development, User Interface, Mobile Enterprise, Mobile Product..., Troubleshooting, Networking, Technical Support, Objective-C, Web Development, Enterprise Software, HTML, SQL, C++, Agile Methodologies, iPhone, Mobile Applications, .NET, VB.NET, SaaS, Cloud Computing, Linux, Programming, Leadership, Git, Salesforce.com, MySQL, HTML5, Databases, AJAX, Scrum, Web Services, CRM, Software Engineering