Joe Prokop
About Joe Prokop
Joe Prokop is a Sr. Manager of Software Development at MAXIMUS and the owner of Little Wildebeest Software, with over two decades of experience in the software development industry.
Current Role at MAXIMUS
Joe Prokop is currently serving as the Sr. Manager of Software Development at MAXIMUS, a position he has held since 2019. His current role involves overseeing software development projects, ensuring the alignment of development activities with organizational goals, and managing a team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions. His extensive experience in Java J2EE systems and server management plays a pivotal role in his current responsibilities.
Experience at Little Wildebeest Software
Since 2013, Joe Prokop has been the owner of Little Wildebeest Software. In this role, he manages all aspects of this software company, from client interactions and requirement gathering to design, development, and maintenance of software solutions. This role also allows him to leverage his extensive expertise in various phases of software development as well as his skills in server management both on-site and in the cloud.
Progression at MAXIMUS
Joe Prokop has built a notable career at MAXIMUS, starting as a Software Development Contractor in 2005. He was then promoted to Application Developer in 2006, Sr. Application Developer in 2008, and Manager of Application Development in 2013. In each role, he contributed significantly to various software development projects, enhancing the company's technical capabilities and leading development teams before becoming Sr. Manager of Software Development in 2019.
Educational Background
Joe Prokop received his Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology, completing his studies in 2005. Prior to that, he earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science from the same institution in 2003. His academic training provided a solid foundation in software development and computer science, which he has built upon throughout his career.
Expertise in Software Development
With over two decades of experience in the software development industry, Joe Prokop has acquired significant expertise in designing and developing Java J2EE systems. His skills encompass client interaction, system design, code development, and maintenance. He is also experienced in building and managing servers, both on-site and remotely, collaborating with engineering teams in corporate data centers and utilizing AWS for cloud solutions.