Tracyn Otterness

Responsibilities:

• Designed, developed, and maintained mission-critical software for defense and communications embedded systems
• Worked cross-functionally to deliver high-reliability solutions using C++ and Python
• Engaged in all key phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, integration, and testing

Achievements:

• Cut integration test costs by 75%, and reduced reported bugs by 27% within one milestone development period after taking over one project's major algorithm
• Created a helpful simulation tool that improved test robustness internally and dramatically simplified and shortened customer integration experience
• Recognized for rapid learning and adaptability, contributing to five diverse projects simultaneously to support high-priority initiatives