Jesse Jay Smith
About Jesse Jay Smith
Jesse Jay Smith is a Senior Software Development Engineer I at Travelport, where he has worked since 2017. He previously served as a Graduate Teaching Fellow at Silliman University and has a strong background in computer engineering, holding both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Engineering from the same institution.
Work at Travelport
Jesse Jay Smith has been employed at Travelport since 2017, serving as a Senior Software Development Engineer I. In this role, he has contributed to the development of software solutions within the travel industry. His responsibilities include implementing technical enhancements, such as regression testing suites and data monitors, to improve system performance and maintainability. He has also developed common source code for flight search platforms, ensuring compliance with IATA standards for Minimum Connect Time (MCT) in flight connections.
Education and Expertise
Jesse Jay Smith studied at Silliman University, where he earned both a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Engineering from 2010 to 2015 and a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in the same field from 2015 to 2017. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in software development and engineering principles. He has applied this knowledge in professional settings, particularly in Agile environments, where he practiced Agile principles as part of a Scrum team under the Scaled Agile Framework.
Background
Before joining Travelport, Jesse Jay Smith worked as a Graduate Teaching Fellow at Silliman University from 2015 to 2017. In this role, he contributed to the academic development of students while furthering his own expertise in computer engineering. He also gained early industry experience as an IT Intern at SPi Global in 2014, where he worked for two months. This diverse background has shaped his career in software development.
Achievements
During his tenure at Travelport, Jesse Jay Smith has coordinated feature breakdowns during Program Increment (PI) planning, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. His work on implementing technical enhancements and developing standardized code for flight search platforms demonstrates his commitment to improving system functionality and performance. These contributions reflect his ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to significant projects in the travel technology sector.