Jay Blanchard
About Jay Blanchard
Jay Blanchard is a Senior Principal Software Engineer at Newfold Digital, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in AWS, Jenkins, Docker, and Python, and has contributed to the development of technical documentation and the migration of applications to cloud infrastructure.
Work at Newfold Digital
Jay Blanchard has served as a Senior Principal Software Engineer at Newfold Digital since 2019. Located in Burlington, Massachusetts, he has contributed to the company's software engineering efforts for five years. His role involves developing and implementing solutions that enhance the company's cloud infrastructure and services.
Education and Expertise
Jay Blanchard studied at Nicholls State University and H. L. Bourgeois. He also participated in the National Youth Science Camp, which provided him with foundational knowledge in science and technology. His expertise includes hands-on experience with AWS, Jenkins, Docker, and Python, which are essential for the company's DEVOPS/CICD pipeline.
Background
Before joining Newfold Digital, Jay worked at Apex Innovations, LLC as the Director of Technology from 2012 to 2013 in the Lafayette, Louisiana Area. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing technology initiatives and ensuring the effective implementation of technical solutions.
Achievements
Jay Blanchard has developed comprehensive technical documentation and user guides for AWS infrastructure, which aids in understanding and utilizing cloud services. He played a key role in coordinating the implementation of applications and systems during transitional periods for multiple companies. Additionally, he led the migration of critical billing applications from on-premises data centers to AWS, enhancing scalability and availability.
Training and Development Contributions
Jay authored training materials and conducted sessions on Docker and DevOps best practices. These efforts contributed to the growth and proficiency of his team, ensuring that they are well-equipped to handle modern software development challenges.