Steven Jermstad
About Steven Jermstad
Steven Jermstad is a Software Engineer at Fannie Mae in Reston, Virginia, with a background in IT consulting, teaching, and bioinformatics.
Current Role at Fannie Mae
Steven Jermstad is currently employed as a Software Engineer at Fannie Mae, based in Reston, Virginia, United States. In this role, he focuses on software development and quality assurance, utilizing his skills in various programming languages and methodologies. As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), he ensures the reliability and quality of software products. He is an active participant in an Agile Development Team, contributing to regular sprints and continuous integration and delivery processes.
Previous Experience at FDM Group
Before joining Fannie Mae, Steven Jermstad worked as an IT Consultant at FDM Group from 2018 to 2021 in Reston, VA. During his three-year tenure, he acquired valuable experience in IT consulting, working on various projects that enhanced his skills in software development and systems analysis.
Educational Background in Bioinformatics
Steven Jermstad holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics from Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his Bachelor’s degree between 2015 and 2017, followed by a Master’s degree from 2017 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both biological data analysis and software engineering, allowing him to integrate these fields in his professional work.
Experience as a Teaching Assistant
From 2016 to 2018, Steven Jermstad worked as a Teaching Assistant at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. In this role, he helped students understand complex bioinformatics concepts, assisted in developing course materials, and provided support during laboratory sessions. This experience further solidified his knowledge and teaching abilities in the field of bioinformatics.
Open-Source Contributions
Steven Jermstad actively contributes to open-source projects on GitHub. His portfolio showcases a variety of projects developed in languages such as Python, Java, SQL, and Ruby. These contributions reflect his ongoing commitment to learning and improving his coding skills while sharing knowledge with the developer community.