John L.
About John L.
John L. is a Software Test Manager with extensive experience in software testing and development, having worked for notable companies such as STERIS, Seagate Technology, and IBM. He holds a Master's degree in Management of Technology from the University of Minnesota and has led software testing teams across multiple countries.
Work at Tennant
John L. currently serves as the Software Test Manager at Tennant Company, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing software testing processes and ensuring the quality of software products. Tennant Company is known for its innovative cleaning solutions and equipment, and John's expertise contributes to maintaining high standards in software performance.
Previous Experience at STERIS
Before joining Tennant, John worked at STERIS as an Advanced Software Test Engineer from 2020 to 2022. In this role, he was responsible for testing software systems in the medical device sector, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. His experience at STERIS enhanced his skills in software testing within critical healthcare applications.
Career at Seagate Technology
John L. has a significant history with Seagate Technology, where he held multiple positions over several years. He served as a Firmware DevOps Staff Engineer from 2022 to 2023, and prior to that, he was a Reliability/Assurance Core Team Program Manager from 2007 to 2010. His tenure at Seagate included roles such as Firmware Test Engineer and Staff Firmware Test Team Lead, where he contributed to the development and testing of storage solutions.
Education and Expertise
John holds a Master of Science in Management of Technology from the University of Minnesota, which he completed in 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Computer Engineering from the University of Minnesota Duluth. Additionally, he has undergone specialized training in Medical Device Software Development at Oriel STAT A MATRIX. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in software testing and development.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
John possesses a range of technical skills relevant to software testing and development. He is proficient in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, SQL, and C#. His expertise extends to testing protocols including Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), CanOpen, and Modbus. John also utilizes advanced data analysis tools like SASJMP, SAS, Tableau, and Minitab to enhance testing processes and data management.