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Jason Hodge

West Henrietta

Summary

Experienced and driven Senior Software Automation Engineer/SDET with a strong aptitude for teamwork and a decade of expertise in automation. Proficient in developing custom tools to enhance testing and regression processes for both internal and external teams. Skilled in creating maintainable and scalable code within a collaborative work environment, consistently delivering high-quality results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Remote - Sr. Software Automation Engineer

Luma Health
12.2021 - 06.2023
  • Successfully tackled complex challenges pertaining to patient engagement through effective automation strategies.
  • Implemented Twilio and Ring Central's APIs to simulate patient-staff interactions via SMS, voice, and fax channels. Reducing over 8 hours of manual workflow validation.
  • Utilized C#, Python, and JavaScript to automate patient interaction sequences, streamlining processes and improving efficiency.
  • Played pivotal role in enhancing Cypress Framework using JavaScript and Node.js, optimizing testing capabilities and ensuring robust software quality.
  • Demonstrated dedication by providing support to multiple teams through conducting automation runs, testing and debugging activities outside regular working hours.
  • Developed JavaScript-based web service for UI and API performance analysis, stress & load testing, aimed at
    identifying performance issues post-deployment
  • Leveraged ChatGPT API to create innovative solutions that significantly reduced need for manual updates to LiquidJS scripts within teams, streamlining workflows and improving productivity.

Remote - Contract Sr. Software Automation Engineer

EHealth Global Technologies Inc.
01.2020 - 11.2021
  • Achieved substantial cost savings of over $30,000 by developing in-house web service that facilitated performance, stress, and load testing for both internal and external web applications, eliminating need for expensive license fees.
  • Increased maintainability and execution speed by converting Postman scripts to C# unit tests, improving overall efficiency of testing process.
  • Provided valuable support to teams in India by creating C# application that simulated 5,000 concurrent users, enabling data modification in Salesforce through API calls and performing necessary validations. This contribution significantly enhanced testing capabilities and streamlined workflows for teams involved.

Sr. Software Testing Engineer

Solu Tech. Partners at Wegmans
07.2018 - 10.2019
  • Implemented modular programming practices within integration tests for Meals2Go and Fulfillment applications, enhancing test efficiency and maintainability.
  • Developed web applications that facilitated rapid validation of hotfixes, bug identification, and provided efficient solutions, enabling teams to address issues promptly.
  • Introduced optimization techniques by converting integrated Postman scripts into C#, resulting in significant reduction of runtime from hours to seconds, thereby improving overall testing speed.
  • Provided valuable assistance to developers through pair programming sessions, contributing to development and execution of effective unit tests.
  • Recognized for outstanding performance and promoted from Solution Technology Partner to Full-Time Wegmans employee

Software QA Engineer

Kodak alaris
08.2007 - 07.2018
  • Demonstrated strong collaboration skills by actively participating in cross-functional teams to plan, design, and develop robust solutions in .NET, ensuring effective project execution.
  • Designed, developed, and implemented web-based applications using C#, delivering reliable and efficient solutions that met organizational requirements.
  • Successfully executed end-to-end testing of organization's REST APIs by implementing comprehensive suite of unit tests, ensuring quality and reliability.
  • Implemented automation solutions that significantly reduced human errors, enhancing productivity and enabling timely project delivery.
  • Prepared fully functional multi-threaded applications in C# for Project and Marketing managers, QA teams, and Software Development teams, both locally and internationally, facilitating seamless collaboration and efficient workflows.
  • Developed C# integration tests that accurately simulated client interactions across Mobile, Tablet, and Web applications, ensuring comprehensive testing coverage and delivering high-quality software solutions.

Remote - Software Developer (Freelance Project)

Motion Laboratories
10.2013 - 10.2013
  • Designed, developed and implemented multi-threaded Winform (GUI) application in C# .NET.
  • Prepared detailed reports concerning project specifications and activities.
  • Consulted with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software.
  • Performed performance, functional, integration and system regression testing.
  • Completed project budgeted for 8-12 months in less than 2 weeks.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY
05.2007

Skills

  • C#, JavaScript, Nodejs, Python, AJAX, jQuery,
    HTML, Azure, Fiddler, Selenium, Cypress, JMeter,
    Postman
  • Familiarity with NET Core Web API, Razor,
    MongoDB, MSTest, NUnit, Liquid JS, GitHub Actions

Timeline

Remote - Sr. Software Automation Engineer

Luma Health
12.2021 - 06.2023

Remote - Contract Sr. Software Automation Engineer

EHealth Global Technologies Inc.
01.2020 - 11.2021

Sr. Software Testing Engineer

Solu Tech. Partners at Wegmans
07.2018 - 10.2019

Remote - Software Developer (Freelance Project)

Motion Laboratories
10.2013 - 10.2013

Software QA Engineer

Kodak alaris
08.2007 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Clarkson University
Jason Hodge