Joel Boutwell
About Joel Boutwell
Joel Boutwell is a Principal QA Engineer at Surescripts, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in quality assurance, having previously held senior positions at Surescripts and ARRIS, and holds a Master's degree in Software Engineering from Portland State University.
Current Role as Principal QA Engineer
Joel Boutwell currently holds the position of Principal QA Engineer at Surescripts, where he has been employed since 2021. In this role, he oversees quality assurance processes and ensures the delivery of high-quality software products. He collaborates with software engineers to identify and resolve product deficiencies, enhancing the overall functionality and reliability of the software.
Previous Experience at Surescripts
Before his current role, Joel Boutwell worked at Surescripts as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer from 2012 to 2021. During his nine years in this position, he contributed to various quality assurance initiatives and supported service organizations by managing specific customer escalations. His experience at Surescripts helped him develop a deep understanding of the healthcare technology landscape.
Experience at ARRIS
Prior to his tenure at Surescripts, Joel Boutwell served as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at ARRIS from 2003 to 2012. Over the course of nine years, he played a key role in quality assurance efforts, ensuring that products met established standards and customer expectations. His work at ARRIS laid the foundation for his expertise in software quality assurance.
Education and Expertise in Software Engineering
Joel Boutwell earned a Master's degree in Software Engineering from Portland State University, where he studied from 2006 to 2011. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in software development principles and practices. He also studied at Virginia Tech from 1991 to 1995, further enhancing his knowledge in the field.
Technical Skills in Quality Assurance
Joel Boutwell possesses expertise in creating integration tests using programming languages such as C#, Java, and Groovy. He also has experience in automated testing, specifically with Selenium browser testing. These technical skills enable him to effectively contribute to the quality assurance processes within his current and previous roles.