Michael Lyons
About Michael Lyons
Michael Lyons is a Senior Architect and Practice Director at Creospan Inc., with extensive experience in software architecture and development. He has held various leadership roles at STA Group and has a strong background in cloud platforms and system integration.
Work at Creospan
Michael Lyons currently serves as a Senior Architect and Practice Director at Creospan Inc., a position he has held since 2021. His role involves overseeing architectural practices and leading teams in the development of software solutions. He is based in Chicago, Illinois, where he applies his extensive experience in software architecture and project management to drive successful outcomes for various projects.
Previous Experience at STA Group
Prior to his current role, Michael Lyons worked at STA Group for a total of five years in various capacities. He served as a Senior Architect and Team Lead from 2012 to 2017 in the Greater Chicago Area, and again as a Senior Architect and Team Lead from 2019 to 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. His responsibilities included leading architectural initiatives and mentoring team members to promote best practices in software development.
Education and Expertise
Michael Lyons earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies from 1990 to 1995. He possesses expert-level knowledge in various frameworks, technologies, and methodologies, including Java SE, Spring Boot, .Net Core, and TypeScript. His expertise extends to cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
Michael Lyons has a strong background in full life cycle development of applications and services, particularly in Java technologies and micro-services. He specializes in system integration with vendors and business partners. He employs testing methodologies like Test-Driven Development (TDD), jUnit, and Mockito to ensure software quality, and utilizes Agile, Scrum, and DevOps Automation for efficient project management.
Mentorship and Team Development
In his professional capacity, Michael Lyons actively mentors less experienced team members, encouraging best practices and professional craftsmanship. He has refined technical interview practices to align with project needs, contributing to the development of a skilled workforce within his teams.