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JOHN W. COOPER

Software Development Engineer
Shoreline,WA

Summary

Results-oriented software development professional with proven track record of more than thirty years designing and implementing high-quality applications. Known for collaborative approach, driving team success, and adapting to evolving project requirements. Expertise in coding, system architecture, and problem-solving, ensuring reliable and efficient software development.

Twelve years of experience coding solutions to integrate with the BlueSquared and ITS Systems of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, as well as the Facets Claims Processing System.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Software Development Engineer IV

Premera Blue Cross Of Washington
01.2012 - Current
  • Developed scalable and robust applications to support high-volume processing demands related to processing of medical claims.
  • Streamlined development process for faster product delivery through agile methodologies.
  • Presented technical solutions at industry conferences showcasing company innovations while expanding professional network.
  • Implemented monitoring tools providing visibility into system health and aiding in troubleshooting efforts.
  • Contributed to open-source projects benefiting the broader developer community while honing personal expertise.
  • Reduced software defects by implementing rigorous testing protocols and employing continuous integration tools.

Software Engineer

En2Grate, Inc.
02.2010 - 01.2012

Developing software and managing data for Short Term Care facilities...

  • Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
  • Provided onsite consulting to clients
  • Refactored legacy code bases for improved maintainability, paving the way for easier future updates.

Software Engineer

Integra Group
09.2008 - 01.2010

Developing software for Pharmacy management...

  • Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches using C# and SQL.
  • Contributed to development of robust software deployment packages.
  • Provided timely and efficient development support to QA and Support teams.

Software Engineer

Accu-Med Services
09.2005 - 09.2008
  • Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches related to integrated software for Long Term Care facilities.
  • Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
  • Participated in development of data-driven web interface for various regulatory assessments (e.g., Activities of Daily Living, etc.)

Software Programmer\Analyst

Multiple - Details Available Upon Request
01.1990 - 08.2005

Working in the Publishing, Healthcare and Finance industries worked with a wide array of technologies.

Some notable examples are:

  • Developed Photoshop plug-ins to manipulate images and send the result to an electronic pre-press system using the C language in the early 1990s.
  • Developed custom software for mobile bar-code readers for use by field personnel, also using the C language.
  • Led a team of Engineers in the development of tax-related software using the Delphi development environment.

Education

Professional Certification - Microsoft AZ900 - Azure Fundamentals

Microsoft Learning
Online
06-2022

High School Diploma -

Mountlake Terrace Senior High
Mountlake Terrace
06-1975

Skills

  • Azure Cloud development
  • Web application development
  • Net Core & Framework development
  • Azure SQL, SQL Server programming
  • Oral and written communications
  • Troubleshooting and resolution
  • Testing and debugging
  • Agile methodologies
  • C# programming
  • Team Leadership

Timeline

Senior Software Development Engineer IV

Premera Blue Cross Of Washington
01.2012 - Current

Software Engineer

En2Grate, Inc.
02.2010 - 01.2012

Software Engineer

Integra Group
09.2008 - 01.2010

Software Engineer

Accu-Med Services
09.2005 - 09.2008

Software Programmer\Analyst

Multiple - Details Available Upon Request
01.1990 - 08.2005

Professional Certification - Microsoft AZ900 - Azure Fundamentals

Microsoft Learning

High School Diploma -

Mountlake Terrace Senior High
JOHN W. COOPERSoftware Development Engineer