John Jackson
About John Jackson
John Jackson is a Senior Software Engineer at Change Healthcare with extensive experience in database architecture and report generation for payer services.
Current Position at Change Healthcare
John Jackson currently serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Change Healthcare. He has been with the company since 2001, bringing over two decades of experience in various software engineering capacities. His role involves utilizing a diverse array of technologies including Oracle, MS SQL, SAP Business Objects, Unix script, Perl, PL/SQL, and Microsoft Visual Studio. Jackson focuses on database architecture and report generation for payer services, leveraging his extensive expertise in these areas.
Previous Roles and Experience
John Jackson brings a wealth of experience from his previous positions. He worked at ERG as a Senior Software Engineer from 1998 to 2001. Prior to that, he spent two years at MITRE in the same capacity. His career in software engineering began in 1994, focusing on database and enterprise architecture. Before transitioning into the technology sector, Jackson had an extensive military career, serving 11 years in the United States Air Force as an Instructor Navigator and Navigator/Instructor Navigator.
Military Background in the United States Air Force
John Jackson served in various roles within the United States Air Force for 11 years. From 1989 to 1993, he was an Instructor Navigator at the Air Training Command, stationed at Mather AFB in California. Prior to that, he held the position of Navigator/Instructor Navigator at the Airborne Warning & Control (AWAC) Wing from 1983 to 1989, based at Tinker AFB in Oklahoma. His military background has contributed significantly to his disciplined and analytical approach in the software engineering field.
Educational Background
John Jackson holds a Master's degree in Software Engineering from National University, where he studied from 1991 to 1993. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from The Citadel, completing his studies in 1981. His strong academic foundation has played a crucial role in his career development and expertise in software engineering, database architecture, and enterprise solutions.
Technical Expertise and Specializations
John Jackson has extensive expertise in database architecture and report generation for payer services. His technical skill set includes proficiency in Oracle, MS SQL, SAP Business Objects, Unix script, Perl, PL/SQL, and Microsoft Visual Studio. With a career spanning over two decades, Jackson has developed a strong background in both information technology and health services. His broad technological proficiency enables him to handle complex software engineering tasks effectively.