Sarah Severtson
About Sarah Severtson
Sarah Severtson is a Senior Engineering Manager at Digital River, where she has worked in various roles since 2003. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and a Master of Science in Software Engineering.
Current Role as Senior Engineering Manager
Sarah Severtson currently holds the position of Senior Engineering Manager at Digital River, where she has worked since 2019. In this role, she oversees engineering projects and leads teams to enhance software development processes. Her responsibilities include managing project timelines, ensuring quality assurance, and facilitating communication between technical teams and stakeholders.
Previous Experience at Digital River
Sarah Severtson has extensive experience at Digital River, where she has held multiple positions since 2003. She began her career as a Website Designer, followed by roles as a User Interface Engineer and Software Engineer. From 2017 to 2019, she served as Engineering Manager, where she was responsible for leading engineering teams and project management. Her tenure at Digital River spans over 13 years, showcasing her growth within the company.
Educational Background
Sarah Severtson earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a major in Graphic Design and a minor in Music from St. Cloud State University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science degree in Software Engineering from the University of Minnesota. This combination of design and technical education supports her multifaceted approach to engineering and project management.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Digital River, Sarah Severtson worked as a Web Production Assistant at Twin Cities Public Television in 2003. She also completed an internship as a Website Designer at Medtronic in 2002. These early experiences contributed to her foundational skills in web design and production, which she later applied in her roles at Digital River.