Chris Turner
About Chris Turner
Chris Turner is a Senior Software Development Engineer In Test at Impinj, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in creating test flows and cases for Impinj hardware and has a diverse background in software development and customer support.
Work at Impinj
Chris Turner has been employed at Impinj as a Senior Software Development Engineer In Test since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for creating test flows and test cases that configure, operate, and validate Impinj hardware. He collaborates with multidisciplinary product teams, including firmware engineers, electrical engineers, and FPGA/ASIC developers, to ensure comprehensive testing of the company's products. His work involves developing libraries in multiple programming languages, including Python, to test and characterize Impinj products.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Impinj, Chris worked at Onehub as a Customer Support Engineer from 2015 to 2018. He also held a position as a Full Stack Web Developer at Insight Global, focusing on Microsoft Bing for seven months in 2019. Prior to these roles, he worked as a QA Tester at i1 Biometrics, Inc. from 2014 to 2015, and as a Barista at Starbucks Coffee Company for eight years from 1997 to 2005. His diverse work history includes roles in customer service and technical support.
Education and Expertise
Chris Turner has pursued various educational opportunities to enhance his technical skills. He studied Java Programming at UW Professional & Continuing Education, earning a certificate from 2014 to 2015. He also completed a certificate in Python Web Development at Code Fellows in 2018. His academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, and a Master's degree in International Studies with a focus on East Asia from the University of Westminster.
Technical Skills and Contributions
In his current role at Impinj, Chris develops libraries in multiple programming languages, including Python, to facilitate testing and characterization of products. His responsibilities include creating comprehensive test cases and collaborating with various engineering disciplines to ensure product quality. His experience in software development and testing contributes to the reliability and performance of Impinj hardware.
Career Progression
Chris Turner's career reflects a progression from customer service roles to technical positions in software development and testing. He transitioned from being a Barista at Starbucks to various roles in customer support and technical testing. His experience at organizations like Bank of America and Conlon Dart Wealth Management further developed his customer service skills, which he later applied in technical environments.