Jonathan Kernan
About Jonathan Kernan
Jonathan Kernan is a Scrum Master at FINEOS, where he has worked since 2020. He has held various engineering roles at the company since 2012 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Software Engineering from Maynooth University.
Current Role as Scrum Master
Jonathan Kernan has been serving as a Scrum Master at FINEOS since 2020. In this role, he facilitates Agile practices within the team, ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. His responsibilities include coaching team members on Scrum methodologies, managing sprint planning, and removing obstacles that may hinder progress. Kernan's experience in various engineering roles at FINEOS contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Career Progression at FINEOS
Kernan's career at FINEOS began with a student placement in 2012, where he gained initial exposure to the software development environment. He transitioned to a Graduate Software Engineer role from 2014 to 2015, followed by a Software Engineer position from 2015 to 2017. He advanced to a Senior Software Engineer role from 2017 to 2019 and then served as Lead Engineer for one year before assuming his current role as Scrum Master in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Kernan studied at Maynooth University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science and Software Engineering. His studies spanned from 2009 to 2013, providing him with a solid foundation in software development principles and practices. This educational background supports his technical expertise in various software engineering roles throughout his career.
Professional Experience Timeline
Kernan's professional experience at FINEOS spans multiple roles over several years. He began as a student placement in 2012, followed by positions as a Graduate Software Engineer (2014-2015), Software Engineer (2015-2017), Senior Software Engineer (2017-2019), and Lead Engineer (2019-2020). His current role as Scrum Master has been ongoing since 2020, marking a significant evolution in his career within the company.