Nathan Stowe
About Nathan Stowe
Nathan Stowe is a Software Quality Analyst III and Network Technician at Patterson Companies, Inc., where he has worked for 20 years. He specializes in black-box and end-user testing for patient education applications in the dental and veterinary sectors.
Work at Patterson Companies
Nathan Stowe has been employed at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2004, serving as a Software Quality Analyst III and Network Technician. His role involves utilizing Microsoft Team Foundation Server for tracking and documenting bugs and test progress. He participates in Agile/Scrum methodology development planning, contributing to daily team stand-up meetings, retrospectives, and grooming sessions. His focus includes black-box and end-user testing specifically for patient education applications within the dental and veterinary sectors.
Previous Experience at Northwest Staffing Solutions Inc.
Before joining Patterson Companies, Nathan Stowe worked at Northwest Staffing Solutions Inc. as a Server Technician for a brief period of three months in 2004. This role was based in Vancouver, WA, and provided him with initial experience in the technology field.
Education and Expertise
Nathan Stowe studied at ITT Technical Institute in Spokane Valley, where he earned an Associate's Degree in Computer Science and Networking. His education spanned from 2001 to 2003, equipping him with foundational knowledge and skills relevant to his current roles in software quality analysis and network technology.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current position, Nathan Stowe assists in maintaining a complex IT infrastructure that includes a web-hosting environment, an Apple X-SAN environment, a fiber network, and a rendering farm. His responsibilities encompass ensuring the functionality and reliability of these systems, which are critical for the operations at Patterson Companies.