Rafa A. Figueroa
About Rafa A. Figueroa
Rafa A. Figueroa is a Software Developer at Plexus Corp. in Neenah, Wisconsin, with a background in culinary arts and software development, holding an Associate's degree in Software Development and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
Work at Plexus
Rafa A. Figueroa has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Software Developer since 2017. In this role, he works on the Integrations team within Solutions Management. His responsibilities include focusing on SSIS integrations, BizTalk Server 2016, and other ETL applications. Figueroa also assists business analysts with customer requirements, adjusts project scope, and coordinates the delivery of new projects.
Education and Expertise
Figueroa studied Software Development at Fox Valley Technical College, where he earned an Associate’s Degree from 2015 to 2017. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Southern New Hampshire University, expected to complete in 2024. Additionally, he holds an Associate's degree in Culinary Arts/Chef Training/Restaurant Management from The Art Institute of New York City, which he completed from 2004 to 2006. He also holds an ASQ Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
Background
Before transitioning to software development, Figueroa worked in the culinary field. He served as a Cook at ThedaCare from 2015 to 2017 and as a Cook/Line Cook at Bon Appétit Management Company from 2013 to 2015. He also held the position of Cafe Runner/Sanitation Manager at Restaurant Associates @ Morgan Stanley for seven months in 2010 and worked as a Manager at wichcraft from 2010 to 2012.
Professional Experience
Figueroa's professional experience spans various roles in both culinary and software development sectors. His early career involved positions in food service, where he developed skills in management and operations. Since 2017, he has focused on software development, contributing to projects that involve integrations and data management within Plexus Corp.