Dalton Orvis
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Multifaceted professional with a background in computer science, biology, and philosophy, driven by boundless curiosity spanning from ecological systems to software architecture frameworks. Hands-on experience in Python, C#, and Agile methodologies highlighted by a strong ability to dissect complex problems, appreciate systemic structures, and craft robust, scalable solutions. Journey marked by a blend of formal education, self-driven exploration, and practical experience, embodying a relentless quest for learning and a commitment to adding tangible value through systemic thinking and technical expertise. Open to collaborations, discussions, and opportunities that foster growth, broaden horizons, and create meaningful impact.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Automation Engineer I
Verisk
02.2023 - Current
- Ensured application quality and stability through investigation and forensic code analysis of 1200+ automated tests.
- Wrote stable code for 50+ test fixtures in automation test suite, contributing to test framework quality.
- Implemented Agile and Lean methodologies, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency.
- Second place winner as junior developer at company-wide hackathon with 100+ participants.
Research Associate and Automation Solution Specialist
Scintillant Bioscience
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Reduced variety of 30+ minute data manipulation processes to less than 1 second with Pandas Python library.
- Automated redundant digital processes, saving 20+ hours per week.
- Developed custom cellular image analysis templates for data extraction.
- Executed long-term laboratory experiments using live-cell assay workflows.
Software Engineer Intern
CS Flex
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Created web-based class management tools using Instructure’s REST API.
- Built front- and back-end tools using Django, Python, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Reduced wireframe iteration time by 5-10 hours per week.
- Optimized UX by simplifying UI through user testing and accessibility best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science, Web Dev, Game Dev
Weber State University
Ogden, UT04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Philosophy
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT05.2018
Skills
- Python, C#, C, JavaScript
- HTML5, CSS3, React, Vuejs, PHP, Laravel
- Django, Flask
- Unity
- Relational Databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)
- RESTful API Development
- Machine Learning (GPT models, Langchain)
- Agile Methodologies, Lean Methodologies, Scrum
- Test Automation
- Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Time
- Management
- Continuous Learning, Hackathon Participation
Timeline
Test Automation Engineer I
Verisk
02.2023 - Current
Software Engineer Intern
CS Flex
01.2022 - 06.2022
Research Associate and Automation Solution Specialist
Scintillant Bioscience
01.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science, Web Dev, Game Dev
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Philosophy
Utah Valley University
Hobbies
Developing old and new skillsets, taking courses on platforms such as Udemy, camping, weight lifting, reading, writing, and playing the occasional video game.
Hobbies
Developing old and new skillsets, taking courses on platforms such as Udemy, camping, weight lifting, reading, writing, and playing the occasional video game.
Hobbies
Developing old and new skillsets, taking courses on platforms such as Udemy, camping, weight lifting, reading, writing, and playing the occasional video game.
Hobbies
Developing old and new skillsets, writing code, taking courses on platforms such as Udemy, camping, weight lifting, reading, writing, and playing the occasional video game.