Summary
Derek Critchfield is a Senior Software Development Engineer with 12+ years in technology, combining software engineering, sales, and hardware tech to deliver end-to-end solutions. Based in Manchester, Tennessee, he currently leads software development at PCS Retirement as a remote engineer, applying Agile practices and his Scrum Master certification to drive scalable, reliable systems. His career spans senior and lead roles at STAT Recovery Services, Thirty-One Gifts, Listrak, CLIENT CARE GROUP, and Appsoft Creative Solutions, reflecting a versatile track record across financial services, e-commerce, and software studios. Early in his career he co-owned Appsoft Creative Solutions, building a foundation in client relationships and cross-functional delivery. He holds an AS in Computer Science from Butte College and studied Electrical/Electronics Engineering and Accounting at Walla Walla University, underscoring a broad technical and business toolkit. He brings a practical, customer-focused mindset to production-grade software, balancing rapid delivery with quality and governance.
9 years of coding experience
12 years of employment as a software developer
Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Accounting, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Accounting at Walla Walla University
Associate of Science - AS, Computer Science/Computer Programmin, 3.81, Associate of Science - AS, Computer Science/Computer Programmin, 3.81 at Butte College