Song Sony Yu
About Song Sony Yu
Song Sony Yu is a Senior Software Development Engineer Test at Safe Fleet, with extensive experience in software testing and development across various companies in British Columbia, Canada. He holds two Bachelor of Applied Science degrees and employs methodologies such as Agile and Scrum in his work.
Work at Safe Fleet
Currently, Song Sony Yu holds the position of Senior Software Development Engineer Test at Safe Fleet, where he has been employed since 2021. His role involves leading software testing initiatives and enhancing test automation processes. He applies methodologies such as Agile and Scrum to ensure efficient project management and development. His work focuses on developing comprehensive test plans and configuring test systems to meet project requirements.
Previous Experience in Software Testing
Prior to joining Safe Fleet, Song Yu worked at Sierra Wireless as a Validation/Automation Engineer from 2019 to 2021. He was responsible for validating software and automating testing processes. Before that, he spent two years at Schneider Electric as a Firmware Designer and eight years as an Automation Test Engineer. His experience also includes three years at Xantrex Technology as a System Test Engineer, where he contributed to software testing and validation efforts.
Education and Expertise
Song Yu studied at The University of British Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from 1991 to 1994. He also attended the British Columbia Institute of Technology, completing another Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from 1998 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in software testing, automation, and development.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
Song Yu possesses a diverse technical skill set, including proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, and SQL. He is experienced with various applications and tools, including Microsoft Visual C++, TCL, UML, and MATLAB. He employs test-driven design and focuses on risk-based analysis to ensure thoroughness in his testing processes. His expertise extends to network and communication protocols like MODBUS, CANBUS, TCPIP, Ethernet, and USB.
Project Management and Leadership
In his career, Song Yu has demonstrated skills in coordinating and managing partnered resources to drive projects through all test and development milestones. He has experience in leading automation and management projects, which includes scoping, tracking, and managing them to completion. His ability to enhance the efficiency of test automation processes is evidenced by the development of a full test framework.