Renee Cooper
About Renee Cooper
Renee Cooper is a Data Engineer with extensive experience in software development and testing, particularly in cloud environments. She has worked for notable companies such as Microsoft and DreamBox Learning, and currently holds a position at Ostro.
Current Role at Ostro
Renee Cooper currently serves as a Data Engineer at Ostro, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on data engineering tasks that involve managing and optimizing data workflows. Her responsibilities include utilizing various tools and technologies to ensure efficient data processing and integration.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering and Testing
Renee has a diverse background in software engineering and testing, having worked in multiple roles across prominent companies. She served as a Senior Software Engineer in Test during a sabbatical in 2014, and later held positions such as Senior SDET at Microsoft and DreamBox Learning. Her tenure at Microsoft spanned nearly a decade, where she progressed from Test Lead to Senior SDET.
Education and Technical Skills
Renee Cooper earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from The Evergreen State College, where she studied from 1990 to 1992. Her technical skills include expertise in AWS and GCP, particularly with Redshift and BigQuery. She is proficient in using Terraform and Kubernetes for infrastructure management and Docker for containerization.
Experience with Data Engineering Tools
Renee has extensive experience in data engineering, particularly with ETL processes and data testing. She utilizes tools such as Airflow and DBT to streamline data workflows. Additionally, she possesses skills in data modeling and technical documentation, specifically within the context of Google Cloud Platform.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout her career, Renee has held various positions that highlight her growth in the field. She worked as a Principal Quality Engineer - Server at DreamBox Learning from 2015 to 2019 and transitioned to roles that focused on big data and software testing. Her career reflects a commitment to advancing her expertise in data engineering and software quality assurance.