Ben Switzer
About Ben Switzer
Ben Switzer is a Senior Software Engineer at Virta Health with extensive experience in both front-end and back-end development, mentoring junior developers, and maintaining team morale.
Current Position at Virta Health
Ben Switzer is currently a Senior Software Engineer at Virta Health. He began his tenure in 2023, working remotely. His role involves utilizing his extensive expertise in software development across both front-end and back-end technologies to contribute to the company's mission.
Previous Roles at Autosoft DMS
Ben Switzer has had multiple roles at Autosoft DMS over the years. His journey started as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2019 in West Middlesex, Pennsylvania. He then advanced to Software Engineer II from 2019 to 2020 before becoming a Senior Software Engineer from 2020 to 2022. During his time at Autosoft DMS, Ben gained substantial experience in software engineering, contributing significantly to various projects.
Experience at Upstart
Ben Switzer worked at Upstart as a Software Engineer from 2022 to 2023 for 11 months, primarily in a remote capacity. In this role, Ben built and maintained software solutions and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance the company's technical capabilities.
Early Career and Education
Ben Switzer's early career began as a Junior Web Developer at G6 Technical Solutions in 2012, followed by a role as a Web Developer at O.I.S. Media, Inc. from 2013 to 2018. He has a strong educational background with a Full Stack Web Development certification from freeCodeCamp (2016-2021), a Computer Science degree from Florida State University (2014-2017), and an Associate of Arts in Computer Science from Northwest Florida State College (2010-2013).
Technical Skills and Development Expertise
Ben Switzer boasts extensive skills in both front-end and back-end development. His expertise includes proficiency in programming languages such as C#, TypeScript, JavaScript, Angular, Java, Ruby on Rails, and Python. Ben also has a solid background in database management and enjoys pair programming, contributing to high-quality product development and a harmonious team environment. He has a knack for mentoring junior developers and excels in communication and conflict resolution.