Mainstream Technologies has announced three new hires that will bolster the IT service provider’s reach in Arkansas. The three new hires are David Carter, a software developer; Dylan Quandt, a service engineer; and Paul Watson, a systems engineer.
Carter brings 18 brings experience to Mainstream Technologies, having previously served as a contractor for Northrop-Grumman and Deloitte Consulting. During this time, he began as a senior level developer and eventually became a team leader. He also was a team lead in software development for TransAmerica Employee Benefits for 11 years and worked for Edafio Technology in systems and software development for nine years.
As a software developer, Carter will be responsible for the “design, development and deployment of web solutions using .NET technologies,” according to a Mainstream press release.
Steve Althoff, Director of Software Development, says, “I am excited to have David as part of our development team. He has a positive attitude and takes great pride in his work. His long history as a professional software developer will be a huge asset to our clients.”
Quandt returns to Mainstream Technologies as a service engineer after a previous four-year tenure. As a service engineer, Quandt will provide service support for clients, whether the issues are “simple workstation issues…[or] complex matters related to client servers and network infrastructure.
Previously, Quandt served as a Dillard’s service technician, AT&T support tech and a CompUSA technician.
Justin Leavell, Director of IT, says, “We are excited to have Dylan back on our team. His previous experience allowed him to immediately make an impact for Mainstream allowing us to service our clients better.
Watson also brings 18 years of experience as an engineer to Mainstream Technologies, where he will be “responsible for ensuring that client IT systems remain fully functional at all times.”
Before joining Mainstream Technologies, Watson was an independent network engineer/systems administrator for United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas. He has also worked for Allied Tech Group, Hewlett-Packard and AT&T Wireless in IT capacities.
“We are excited to have Paul on our team. His experience and skills bring depth and leadership to Mainstream, allowing us to service our clients better,” Leavell says.
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