Christopher Coughlin
About Christopher Coughlin
Christopher Coughlin is a Software Engineer at MEDITECH, where he has worked since 2006. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management Information Systems from the University of Massachusetts Boston and has experience in sales management and project coordination.
Work at MEDITECH
Christopher Coughlin has served as a Software Engineer at MEDITECH since 2006, accumulating 18 years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include acting as a coding standards advocate, ensuring that the programming team adheres to established coding standards while also introducing new standards as necessary. He participates in usability studies to better understand customer needs prior to project design. Additionally, he serves as a scrum master, focusing on identifying and resolving impediments to enhance team performance.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Coughlin earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Management Information Systems from the University of Massachusetts Boston. He completed his studies from 2002 to 2005, gaining a solid foundation in information systems and management principles. His educational background supports his technical expertise and roles in software engineering and project management.
Background in Sales Management
Before his tenure at MEDITECH, Christopher Coughlin worked as a Senior Inside Sales Manager at Pentastar Communications from 2000 to 2001 and at MediaOne from 1988 to 1999. His experience in sales management in the Greater Boston Area provided him with skills in customer relations and team coordination, which complement his technical roles in software engineering.
Project Management and Team Training
In addition to his software engineering duties, Christopher Coughlin acts as a project manager for larger initiatives at MEDITECH. He coordinates work among the programming team to ensure project deadlines are met. He also provides training to programmers and other team members on various technical concepts, facilitating knowledge sharing and skill development within the team.