Dave Harris
About Dave Harris
Dave Harris is a Principal Software QA Engineer at ExaGrid, with extensive experience in software quality assurance and testing methodologies. He has previously held positions at MITRE, Lucent Technologies, Mercury Systems, Hitachi Vantara, and Ciena, contributing to various high-profile projects throughout his career.
Work at ExaGrid
Dave Harris currently serves as the Principal Software QA Engineer at ExaGrid, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Marlborough, Massachusetts, where he focuses on ensuring the quality of software products. His role involves hands-on collaboration with development teams to triage, test, and verify resolutions for defects, contributing to the overall quality assurance process.
Previous Experience at MITRE
Before joining ExaGrid, Dave Harris worked at MITRE as a Senior Networking Systems and Distributed Systems Engineer from 2010 to 2012. During his two years at the Bedford, Massachusetts location, he held a US Government Secret security clearance, which underscores his involvement in sensitive projects.
Career at Lucent Technologies
Dave Harris was employed at Lucent Technologies as a Principal Software SQA Engineer from 1996 to 2001. His five-year tenure in Westford, Massachusetts, involved significant contributions to software quality assurance, enhancing the company's software testing processes.
Education and Expertise
Dave Harris earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Fitchburg State University. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive experience in software quality assurance, including proficiency in both Waterfall and Agile testing methodologies.
Professional Background
Throughout his career, Dave Harris has held various positions in software quality assurance, including roles at Mercury Systems, Hitachi Vantara, and Ciena. His experience spans over two decades, during which he has been involved in high-profile customer escalations, emphasizing the importance of high-quality software and documentation.