Jonathan Dawson
About Jonathan Dawson
Jonathan Dawson is a Senior Solutions Architect specializing in Enterprise Architecture at NWEA, where he focuses on enhancing SaaS platform capabilities and developing architectural standards. He has extensive experience in software engineering and architecture, having held positions at various companies including Expedia, NBCUniversal, and Zonar Systems.
Current Role at NWEA
Jonathan Dawson serves as a Senior Solutions Architect in Enterprise Architecture at NWEA. He has been in this position since 2022, working remotely from Seattle, Washington. In this role, he engages directly with product managers and engineering teams to enhance the capabilities of the SaaS platform. He also contributes to the development of reference architecture and standards, focusing on enabling innovation to improve student success through architectural solutions.
Previous Experience
Before joining NWEA, Jonathan Dawson held several positions in various companies. He worked at Belong Gaming as a Platform Architect from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he was a Senior Customer Solutions Architect at Zonar Systems for one year in 2019. His earlier roles include Software Development Engineer at NBCUniversal Media, LLC, and Software Engineer II through IV at International Game Technology, where he worked for nine years. He also has experience as a Software Test Engineer at Expedia Inc. and Bally Technologies.
Education and Qualifications
Jonathan Dawson studied at the University of Washington Bothell, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computing and Software Systems from 2000 to 2003. He also attended Shoreline Community College, achieving an Associate of Applied Science in General Transfer Degree from 1998 to 2000. He plans to re-certify on AWS professional level Architecture certification and pursue additional specialty certifications to further enhance his qualifications.
Mentorship and Team Engagement
Jonathan Dawson has a strong interest in team mentorship and engagement. He actively drives culture change within the teams he works with, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and support in achieving organizational goals. His focus on mentorship contributes to building a positive work environment and fostering professional development among team members.