Edward Ferrara Jr.
About Edward Ferrara Jr.
Edward Ferrara Jr. is a Java Software Developer based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He has experience in software development, having worked in various roles including internships and positions at companies such as JAXON ENGINEERING & MAINTENANCE and Apex Systems.
Work at Insight Global
Currently, Edward Ferrara Jr. serves as a Java Software Developer at Insight Global. He has been in this role since 2023, working in a hybrid environment based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In his position, he operates within a SAFe Agile framework to develop applications and systems that are utilized daily across all US airports.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Insight Global, Edward Ferrara Jr. gained valuable experience in software development through various roles. He worked as a Software Engineer at Apex Systems from 2022 to 2023, contributing to projects at Schriever AFB in Colorado Springs. Prior to that, he was a Junior Software Engineer at JAXON ENGINEERING & MAINTENANCE from 2021 to 2022 and a Software Development Intern at the same company from 2020 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Edward Ferrara Jr. studied Computer Science at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, where he earned a Bachelor of Innovation from 2019 to 2023. His foundational education began at St. Mary’s High School, where he studied from 2015 to 2019. This educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his career in software development.
Technical Skills and Projects
Edward Ferrara Jr. has experience in converting .NET systems and services into Java-based applications. He has developed backend web services and applications that manage data flow for TSA applications used nationwide. His work has involved operating in a SAFe Agile environment, emphasizing his ability to adapt to modern software development practices.
Internship Experience
In addition to his full-time roles, Edward Ferrara Jr. completed internships that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Software Development Intern at SemQuest for three months in 2020, and he also interned at JAXON ENGINEERING & MAINTENANCE for seven months in 2020-2021. These internships provided him with practical experience in software development and engineering.