Jacob Deng
Chicago,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Computer Science graduate with a solid foundation in software engineering and hands-on experience in developing, testing, and debugging applications. Expertise in C++, Java, Python, SQL, and JavaScript, alongside skills in object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, REST APIs, and automated testing. Experienced with Git, GitHub, Docker, AWS, and CI/CD environments, contributing to reliable and maintainable software solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
QA Analyst
Deloitte
Alexandria, Virginia
08.2024 - Current
- Executed functional, regression, and integration testing to identify software defects and verify application functionality.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive test cases to ensure alignment with business and technical requirements.
- Performed API testing and validated responses using tools such as Postman.
- Used SQL to verify application data and troubleshoot data-related issues.
- Documented and tracked defects in Jira, collaborating with developers to facilitate timely resolution.
- Participated in Agile/Scrum meetings, contributing to cross-functional team efforts throughout software development lifecycle.
Software Development Engineer Intern
Amazon
Washington, District of Columbia
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed and maintained software applications using Java and Python, enhancing functionality and user experience.
- Designed and implemented new features based on business and technical requirements.
- Built and tested APIs to support communication between software services.
- Wrote unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and functionality.
- Debugged software issues, increasing application reliability and performance through targeted fixes.
- Collaborated with software engineers, product managers, and QA teams, contributing to successful Agile project delivery.
- Used Git for version control and participated in code reviews with other engineers.
- Worked with cloud-based technologies and contributed to scalable software solutions.
Software Engineer Intern
Evolent Health
Bethesda, Maryland
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed and maintained software applications using C++ to enhance functionality, performance, and code reliability.
- Designed and implemented software features with object-oriented programming and standard C++ libraries to meet project requirements.
- Debugged application issues, identified root causes, and fixed software defects to improve system stability.
- Wrote and executed unit tests to ensure software functionality and minimize bugs prior to deployment.
- Collaborated with software engineers and QA teams to troubleshoot issues and improve application performance.
- Used Git for version control and participated in code reviews to maintain clean and maintainable code.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computational Science
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL12-2026
Associate of Science - Computer Science
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Utah Valley University
Orem, UTSkills
- API testing
- Software Development: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures & Algorithms, REST APIs, SDLC, Debugging, Unit Testing
- Languages: C, Java, Python, SQL
- Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
- Developer Tools: Git, GitHub, JUnit
- Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Linux, CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Jenkins
- Web Technologies: HTML, CSS, React
Timeline
QA Analyst
Deloitte
08.2024 - Current
Software Development Engineer Intern
Amazon
05.2024 - 07.2024
Software Engineer Intern
Evolent Health
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computational Science
Chicago State University
Associate of Science - Computer Science
University of Central Arkansas
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Utah Valley University