William Ball
About William Ball
William Ball is a Software Engineer in Test at Barracuda in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with a background in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications from Michigan Technological University.
Current Position at Barracuda
William Ball is currently serving as a Software Engineer in Test at Barracuda, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. His role involves deploying all hardware for the BBS product, which he has been responsible for since December 2016. He also manages and plans capacity expansions for database clusters, inbound customer traffic, and file storage. In addition, he handles data center transitions, both external and internal.
Previous Experience at Ford Motor Company
Before joining Barracuda, William Ball gained experience at Ford Motor Company, where he worked as an intern from 2010 to 2011. This position provided him with valuable insights and practical knowledge in the field of software engineering and testing. His role at Ford Motor Company helped build a strong foundation for his future career.
Education Background
William Ball completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at Michigan Technological University. He studied here from 2007 to 2011, gaining critical skills and knowledge that would drive his professional journey in software engineering and testing. His education provided a robust technical foundation that has underpinned his career achievements.
Experience with Barracuda Backup Service
In his previous roles at Barracuda, William Ball has extensive experience with the Barracuda Backup Service appliance. From September 2011 to January 2015, he was involved in testing the appliance for bugs and defects before each release. Additionally, he managed a network of approximately 400 virtual servers and 8 racks of development equipment. He was responsible for troubleshooting and fixing complex customer issues, managing the QA and Escalations teams for the backup product, and served as the primary point of contact for multiple enterprise customers from January 2015 to December 2016.