Darrell Thompson
About Darrell Thompson
Darrell Thompson is a Business Systems Analyst with extensive experience in various roles within the financial services industry. He has worked at Eaton Vance since 2014, following positions at Wipro Consulting, Eagle Investment Systems, Investors Bank & Trust, and Brown Brothers Harriman.
Current Role at Eaton Vance
Darrell Thompson has been employed as a Business Systems Analyst at Eaton Vance since 2014. In this role, he has focused on developing Business Requirements and Functional Specifications to address design questions, particularly in application security and data feeds. He has built new analytics and reporting processes utilizing Business Intelligence and reporting tools. His work contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of business operations within the organization.
Previous Experience in Business Analysis
Before joining Eaton Vance, Darrell Thompson worked in various roles that contributed to his expertise in business analysis. He served as a Business Analyst at Brown Brothers Harriman from 2008 to 2012, and prior to that, he was a Quality Assurance Analyst at Eagle Investment Systems for six months in 2013. His experience also includes a year as a Business Analyst at Wipro Consulting in 2012. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in analyzing business processes and systems.
Educational Background in Economics
Darrell Thompson earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Economics from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where he studied from 1996 to 2001. This educational background has equipped him with analytical skills and economic principles that are applicable in his professional roles, particularly in business systems analysis.
Expertise in Methodologies and Technologies
Thompson possesses extensive experience in both Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies. He is proficient in SQL, with a strong background in scripting and data analysis/mining. His technical skills enable him to conduct end-to-end analysis of business processes and provide strategic advice on application inefficiencies and enhancements.
Engagement with Third-Party Vendors
In his current and previous roles, Darrell Thompson has engaged with third-party vendors to support applications and maintain beneficial relationships. This aspect of his work involves collaboration and communication with external partners to ensure the smooth operation of business systems and processes.