Randy Cooper
About Randy Cooper
Randy Cooper is a Senior Software Engineer at Protective Life in Birmingham, Alabama, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse educational background with degrees in Statistics, Mathematics, and Management Information Systems, and has extensive experience in software engineering and systems analysis.
Work at Protective Life
Randy Cooper has been employed at Protective Life since 2020, serving as a Senior Software Engineer. In this role, he has contributed to various projects, including the integration of the Great West agency block into the Commissions cycle. This project involved significant code changes, cycle testing, and the establishment of a new process for calculating annuities. Prior to his current position, he worked at Protective Life as a Systems Analyst for 14 years, from 2006 to 2020, where he supported critical systems and processes.
Education and Expertise
Randy Cooper holds a Master of Science degree in Statistics from The University of Georgia, which he completed from 1994 to 1996. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Augusta State University between 1992 and 1994. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems from the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business, studying from 1980 to 1985. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in software engineering and data management.
Background
Before joining Protective Life, Randy Cooper served as a Temporary Instructor at the University of South Alabama for one year, from 1996 to 1997. His experience in academia complements his extensive industry background, particularly in software engineering and systems analysis. Throughout his career, he has focused on enhancing system functionalities and ensuring data integrity.
Achievements
Randy Cooper has made significant contributions to the systems at Protective Life. He played a key role in supporting Qiclink, a system that manages health claims in a mainframe and SQL environment. He has also been involved in updating essential documentation for batch jobs, including restart instructions and flowcharts. His efforts in enhancing the Commissions system have allowed for more efficient processing of agents and transactions, contributing to overall operational effectiveness.