Alexander Widdel
About Alexander Widdel
Alexander Widdel is a Software Engineer II at Datasite, where he has worked since 2019, focusing on test automation and Agile practices. He has a diverse background in software development and quality assurance, having held various roles at companies such as Q3 Contracting Inc., Wells Fargo, and State Farm.
Work at Datasite
Alexander Widdel has been employed at Datasite as a Software Engineer II since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for automating test scenarios and resolving automation test issues that arise when application code changes. He actively participates in Agile ceremonies, including Standups, Sprint Planning, and Retrospections. Widdel has implemented test automation frameworks utilizing technologies such as Ruby, Cucumber, Capybara, and Selenium Webdriver. He also utilizes tools like Jenkins and JIRA in the QA processes, delivering comprehensive Test Reports and Test Cases to ensure the quality of code and product testing.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position, Alexander Widdel held several roles in the technology sector. He worked as an IT Business Analyst at Q3 Contracting Inc. from 2017 to 2018. Before that, he served as an Applications Systems Engineer at Wells Fargo from 2016 to 2017. Widdel also gained experience as an OTAP Specialist at PeopleNet in 2015 and as a QA Analyst at Primoris Services Corporation from 2018 to 2019. His early career included positions as a Data Entry/Receptionist at State Farm in 2010 and 2011, and as a Software Development Intern at Thomson Reuters in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Widdel earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Minnesota-Morris, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He completed his high school education at Andover High School, achieving his GED between 2008 and 2011. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills to excel in software engineering and quality assurance roles.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his professional roles, Alexander Widdel has developed expertise in various programming and testing tools. He is proficient in Ruby, Cucumber, Capybara, and Selenium Webdriver for test automation. Additionally, he utilizes Jenkins and JIRA for managing QA processes. His responsibilities also include engaging in Prod Support activities and managing Pager Duty responsibilities as scheduled.