Casey Jones
About Casey Jones
Casey Jones is a Software Development Engineer in Test with a background in bioinformatics and computer science. He has experience working in various roles at Brigham Young University and General Motors, and currently works at FINRA, focusing on automated testing and performance testing.
Current Role at FINRA
Casey Jones currently serves as a Software Development Engineer in Test at FINRA, a position held since 2023. In this role, Casey focuses on developing and executing automated tests for web applications, contributing to the quality assurance processes within the organization. The position involves collaboration within Agile scrum teams to ensure software reliability and performance.
Previous Experience at General Motors
Prior to joining FINRA, Casey worked at General Motors as a Software Developer in Test from 2021 to 2023. During this two-year tenure in Chandler, Arizona, Casey applied coding skills to enhance testing frameworks and improve software quality. This role involved extensive collaboration with development teams to ensure robust testing practices.
Teaching and Research Roles at Brigham Young University
Casey has held multiple positions at Brigham Young University, starting as a Teaching Assistant in 2017 for four months and again in 2020 for three months. Additionally, Casey served as a Laboratory Teaching Assistant in 2018 for six months and worked as a Research Assistant from 2018 to 2019. These roles involved supporting faculty and students in various academic and research activities, contributing to the educational environment.
Educational Background in Bioinformatics
Casey studied at Brigham Young University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics with a Minor in Computer Science from 2016 to 2021. This five-year program provided a strong foundation in both biological sciences and computational techniques, equipping Casey with the skills necessary for a career in software development and testing.
Achievements in Automated Testing
In previous roles, Casey significantly increased automated regression test coverage by over 300% using Java Selenium. This achievement was integrated into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process. Additionally, Casey leads performance testing initiatives for internal applications using VuGen and LoadRunner, demonstrating expertise in creating performance test suites from scratch.