Julie Ricklefs

DDaTPADFAssigned to an integrations framework environment supporting both business and technical functions in the applications of auto, home owners, claims, and commissioned-based systems

• Triage incoming defects; perform root cause analysis, impact assessment, and document findings for development code changes
• Create, modify and maintain functional requirements for system enhancements, upgrades, and regulatory changes
• Lead the monthly team demonstrations (sprint reviews): Explain to business partners and leadership the deliverables by the development and QA teams for both technical debt and business enhancements
• Obtain end-user sign-offs on requirements and pre-quality/production releases
• Define project scopes with business partners and developers
• End to end system impact analysis for business initiatives, upgrades, and enhancements
• Create agile user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria from business requirements and for internal technical needs
• Experienced Scrum Product Owner and Scrum Engineer
• Experienced in documentation and training
• Excellent interaction with cross-functional teams
• Act as lead analyst for large and small-scale projects
• Lead analyst for a transformation initiative to migrate from mainframe technology to a client server and web application environments
• Power BI Developer – Design, develop and maintain business intelligence solutions using MS visualization tool Power BI.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

• Lead developer for an insurance software company mentoring developers, consulting with clients, and 3rd party vendors
• Counseled/supported clients to determine their needs and requirements
• Trained developers in application specifics
• Acted as liaison with clients, actuary, quality assurance, and user acceptance
• Created application design specs
• Planned and estimated projects
• Developed unit-level test scripts
• Managed projects.