Hi, I'm Terry McKee

Welcome! I'm a passionate technical leader with a knack for crafting elegant solutions to complex problems. Whether it's designing software architectures, mentoring future engineers, or diving into the latest cloud tech, I thrive on making an impact.

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Email: javalion@hotmail.com

LinkedIn: terryrmckee

About Me

Based in Chicago, Illinois, I’ve spent over 20 years honing my skills in back-end engineering, cloud computing, and software design. My career has taken me through exciting roles—from reimagining legacy systems to mentoring the next generation of tech leaders.

What I Bring to the Table

What I’ve Done

Lead Software Engineer at Capital One (2022 - Present)

At Capital One, as a technical lead, I lead a team in delivering innovative solutions while mentoring engineers and guiding complex projects.

Technical Specialist at CME Group (2011 - 2022)

Here, I redesigned legacy systems, introduced modern tech stacks, and created scalable, high-performance applications that solved tough challenges.

Senior Java Architect at NAVTEQ (2006 - 2011)

I helped bring agility to software development while leading the design of navigation and mapping tools used globally.

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