Steve Houtkooper
About Steve Houtkooper
Steve Houtkooper is an Engineer III (Sr. Technical Solutions Architect) at Mutual of Omaha, where he has worked since 2016. He has over 20 years of experience in Internet and Object-Oriented technologies, with a strong background in enterprise integration and various development tools.
Work at Mutual of Omaha
Steve Houtkooper has been employed at Mutual of Omaha since 2016, serving as an Engineer III (Sr. Technical Solutions Architect). In this role, he focuses on providing technical solutions and architectural guidance. His responsibilities include designing and implementing systems that enhance operational efficiency and support the organization's strategic goals.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current role, Steve Houtkooper held several positions in the technology sector. He worked at Lockheed Martin as a Systems Architect for nine months in 2003-2004. He also served as a Senior System Analyst and e-Commerce Engineer at MidAmerican Energy from 1995 to 2000. Other notable roles include Senior Consultant at Planet Consulting, Technical Consultant at ASC Information Technology, and Senior Manager at Sogeti.
Education and Expertise
Steve Houtkooper completed his high school education at Sioux Center Jr Sr High, earning a High School Diploma from 1982 to 1987. He furthered his education at Western Iowa Tech Community College, where he studied Computer Programming and obtained an Associate of Science (AS) degree in 1989. He possesses expertise in various technologies, including Java, Groovy, J2EE Architectures, and platforms from IBM and Oracle.
Technical Skills and Experience
Steve Houtkooper has over 20 years of experience specializing in Internet and Object-Oriented technologies. He has more than six years of experience in Enterprise Integration using APIs. His proficiency includes development tools such as ECLIPSE, IntelliJ, and Netbeans. He is recognized for his interpersonal and mentoring skills, which contribute to team performance and product quality.