Mark Ries

Mark Ries has a diverse range of work experience in the field of software engineering and analysis. Mark is currently employed as a Software Engineer at IC System since 2020. Prior to this, Mark worked as a Technical System Analyst at RBC Wealth Management from 2018 to 2020, where they collaborated with various stakeholders to enhance and support mainframe system applications. Mark also identified and resolved issues, and implemented improvements to existing COBOL programs.

Before joining RBC Wealth Management, Mark worked as a Software Engineer at Infor from 2015 to 2018. In this role, they enhanced system software by identifying and fixing programming issues. Mark also ensured client 1099 forms complied with government regulations and simplified the process of generating these forms.

Mark's earlier experience includes working as a Senior Software Engineer at I.C. System, Inc. from 2005 to 2015. Mark updated and expanded existing mainframe systems to meet client requirements, and strengthened ETL processing using Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and Actian Software.

Mark started their career at Thrivent Financial in 1987, where they advanced from a Programmer Trainee to a Senior Application Programmer/Analyst. Mark supported various application development areas within the company's IT department and developed a compensation model that reduced the resources needed to administer field associates' compensation by 75%.

Overall, Mark Ries has demonstrated expertise in software engineering, system analysis, and problem-solving throughout their career.

Mark Ries attended Luther College from 1983 to 1987, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Mathematics and Computer Science.