Jerald Dawson, Jr. **** Summit Place Drive • Atlanta, GA 30350 • 601-***-**** • ad3msc@r.postjobfree.com ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• More than 10+ years’ experience working with data sourcing and cloud-based applications such as DataStage, Autosys, Single View, Oracle, MATLAB, RENVI, ArcMap, IIB, See Beyond, AutoSys JIL creation, SOAP API, and Siebel

• Direct experience in test automation frameworks like Selenium, writing automation scripts in Python, and data migration using ETL DataStage.

• Well versed in Next Gen implementation, various Payroll programs such as ADP, Paychex, PeopleSoft, and Workday, and all Microsoft programs

• Certified through Siebel training and trained in front end development using JavaScript EDUCATION

Jackson State University Jackson, MS Master of Science, Computer Science May 2014 Jackson State University Jackson, MS Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering December 2011 EXPERIENCE

General Motors Roswell, GA

Software Developer/ business analyst February 2020 – March 2023

My primary responsibilities included working directly with the Project Manager to ensure redesigning, implementation, and finalization of system changes for various IT programs. I also worked closely with the Project Manager, business analysts, and other business partners as needed to ensure the success of each project. I was also integral in creating DataStage jobs for migration. Key deliverables that I used to ensure my success in the role are noted below.

● Assisted Project Manager with development of presentations and reports

● Worked directly with Project Manager to ensure proper upgrade of software within the company

● Coordinated efforts related to permanent storage of electronic documents

● Worked with VISIO and other Microsoft programs to ensure proper development of programs needed to modernize company processes

● Used detailed problem-solving and analytical tasks while utilizing Single View to create, fix, and manage financial billing processes.

● Coordinated testing of system modifications by providing continued customer support in the use of systems

● Partnered with the Project Manager to develop and provide biweekly reports as a means of communicating key performance indicators

● Consulted with the Project Manager, vendors, and other IT staff to ensure that functionality of systems

● Worked on Workbench project by writing and ensuring proper implementation of specifications for front-end development

● Created SQL query to implement email exchange when a file is sent

● Used JavaScript to edit and fix bugs found by testers

● Migrated Australia oracle data using ETL DataStage to transfer to Siebel

● Modified SQL queries to retrieve data from oracle while converting it Siebel

● Migrated US data using DataStage to transfer to Siebel

● Coordinated and participated in system integration, performance, and acceptance testing

● Acted as liaison between business and IT team to determine system changes General Motors Roswell, GA

Software Engineer II/DevOps/Test Engineer August 2015 – February 2020 My primary responsibilities included designing and developing system change options to deliver enhancements for projects using Java, Python, SQL, and other coding languages deemed necessary to accomplish the unit’s desired tasks. Key deliverables that I used to ensure my success in the role are noted below.

● Acted as liaison between business and IT team to determine system changes

● Assisted Project Manager with development of presentations and reports

● Worked directly with Project Manager to ensure proper upgrade of software within the company

● Worked closely with cross functional teams such as finance, operations, and IT counterparts to ensure alignment of business objects and solutions

● Worked with VISIO and other Microsoft programs to ensure full lifecycle development of processes

● Used detailed problem-solving and analytical tasks while utilizing Single View to create, fix, and manage financial billing processes.

● Partnered with the Project Manager to develop and provide biweekly reports as a means of communicating key performance indicators

● Provided technical expertise for solution architectures to comprehend and specify business, application, data and infrastructure designs

● Used relational database management systems such as MySQL and Oracle to load data to web based environments

● Worked independently and with other IT staff to provide production, preproduction, and development support

● Worked with product, engineering, and quality assurance team to proactively understand requirements, and test programs prior to code deployment

● Attended collaboration meetings with Project Manager and business partners to analyze project requirements

● Provided end user support and coordinated ad hoc and unit testing activities

● Attended collaboration meeting to create test cases for all forms of testing

● Used Maven as a software comprehension tool to create test suite and creating technical and managerial reports

● Expertise in documenting defects with high level of detail, accuracy, and informative recreation steps using TFS and ALM

● Reviewed, modified, and created test cases and test scenarios for different types of testing such as Functional Integration, and Regression testing

● Diagnosed and analyzed defects of systems through research General Motors Roswell, GA

Developer for Finance IT July 2014 – July 2015

My primary responsibilities included creating, monitoring, and executing CRON jobs using DataStage. I was tasked with creating SQL statements for DataStage jobs and creating, importing, exporting, and managing JIL (Job Information Language) scripts for AutoSys development. I collaborated with other product team members to create reliable software solutions. Alongside with the Project Manager, I met with various Accounting and Finance business teams to ensure proper development of programs for company. Assisted in the development of standards and procedures as a means of enhancing existing finance systems. I independently reviewed and resolved matters related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, and budgeting systems. Oversaw resolution of issues related to implementation of ADP, Paychex, PeopleSoft, and Workday as options for various companies.

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