Catherine Caron Email & Phone Number

Montreal, Qc, Ca

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

API Development and Feature Enhancement:I developed new features in C# to meet business requirements, enhancing software functionality and usability. Additionally, I created RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless communication among 13 backend services, optimizing system performance. I managed MSSQL and CosmosDB databases, integrating both with my .NET services using Entity Framework with a database-first approach.Agile Methodology and Project Management:Following Agile Scrum… Show more API Development and Feature Enhancement:I developed new features in C# to meet business requirements, enhancing software functionality and usability. Additionally, I created RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless communication among 13 backend services, optimizing system performance. I managed MSSQL and CosmosDB databases, integrating both with my .NET services using Entity Framework with a database-first approach.Agile Methodology and Project Management:Following Agile Scrum principles, I collaborated with a diverse team on 2-week sprints, ensuring efficient project delivery. I also decomposed Jira Epics into detailed stories and tasks, optimizing development time and task organization.Client Interaction and Collaboration:Collaborating directly with clients, I developed tailored integrations, fostering strong relationships and securing repeat business opportunities. Presenting completed projects to clients and partners, I received positive feedback, ensuring continuous client satisfaction.Quality Assurance:By implementing unit tests and integration tests, I upheld code quality standards and guaranteed the reliability of backend code. Additionally, I monitored live system logs in Graylog, promptly debugging errors, releasing necessary hotfixes, and ensuring system stability.Knowledge Sharing and Leadership:I organized two sponsored hackathon challenges for the McGill CodeJam, serving as a recruiter, mentor, judge, and representative for 123Loadboard. Assuming leadership responsibilities, I conducted code reviews and led meetings, fostering effective communication and alignment on project objectives. I also implemented bi-weekly knowledge-sharing meetings, promoting continuous learning and resulting in the adoption of 6 new technologies and best practices. Show less

As a tutor, I hosted regular online lessons that were personalized to help my students better understand math concepts. I used Zoom and Google Jamboard to create an interactive experience despite being remote.

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As a DevOps intern, I collaborated with a small team of SRE DevOps engineers to design, test, and maintain an internal metrics monitoring and alerting software product with a customizable Grafana UI dashboard. I regularly worked with container solutions like AWS and Docker in combination with monitoring tools like Kubernetes, Prometheus, and Thanos. As part of my tasks, I developed and maintained python and bash GitLab CI/CD pipelines. I also instituted formal user-facing documentation in… Show more As a DevOps intern, I collaborated with a small team of SRE DevOps engineers to design, test, and maintain an internal metrics monitoring and alerting software product with a customizable Grafana UI dashboard. I regularly worked with container solutions like AWS and Docker in combination with monitoring tools like Kubernetes, Prometheus, and Thanos. As part of my tasks, I developed and maintained python and bash GitLab CI/CD pipelines. I also instituted formal user-facing documentation in markdown and integrated automated publication to Confluence using a CI pipeline. I worked in a hybrid environment, and spoke with my team in French and English. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As a winner of the Tomlinson Engagement Award for Mentoring (TEAM), I mentor the students in the Electrical, Computer, and Software Engineering (ECSE) course ECSE 223 - Model Based Programming. I help the professor by answering student questions and elaborating on difficult concepts. The course introduces concepts like Class Diagrams and State Machines. I also help students with their semester-long group project of designing a desktop application in Java while following Agile methodologies.

Canada

As the elected U3 Computer Engineering Student Representative for the 2020-2021 school year, I helped manage ECSESS and the Engineering Undergraduate Society (EUS). I voiced the concerns of my classmates in our meetings. I organized socials to improve student life. I also helped make the move to online learning smoother for students.

As the elected U2 Computer Engineering Student Representative for the 2019-2020 school year, I helped manage ECSESS. I voiced the concerns of my classmates in our meetings. I organized socials to improve student life. I was elected with the promise to advocate for student work/life balance, to improve access to events for commuter students, and to introduce more artistic socials.

Montreal, Canada Area

As co-chair of the Plumber's Student Design (PSD) at McGill, I manage and create artistic projects such as murals, logos, and branding. Composed of artistic engineering students, the PSD takes commissions from the community and uses the combined talent of many volunteers to complete a project. Currently, we are working on a mural at McGill showcasing Women in STEM.

Ottawa, Canada Area

As an Automation Developer and Tester, I worked closely with a team of five developers to design, develop, and enhance automated performance test cases in C#. Our team adopted Scrum Agile Development methods including test-driven development, continuous integration, and code coverage. We used automated testing frameworks such as Jenkins and Selenium to support our automated tests.

Ottawa, Canada Area

I worked at InGenius from July to August 2017 and then returned after graduating from CEGEP to work from January to August 2018.I executed various QA testing activities, including acceptance, smoke, regression, and release testing on phone and CRM integration software. Additionally, I operated telephony systems such as Avaya, Mitel, and Genesys, and utilized CRM software including Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, and ServiceNow.I also played a key role in writing and editing User… Show more I worked at InGenius from July to August 2017 and then returned after graduating from CEGEP to work from January to August 2018.I executed various QA testing activities, including acceptance, smoke, regression, and release testing on phone and CRM integration software. Additionally, I operated telephony systems such as Avaya, Mitel, and Genesys, and utilized CRM software including Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, and ServiceNow.I also played a key role in writing and editing User and Process Documentation and conducted training sessions for Customer Care employees following major software releases. Furthermore, I spearheaded the implementation of a new onboarding process for software developers and testers, contributing to streamlined workflows and enhanced efficiency. Show less

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Electrical And Computer Engineering, 3.82 Overall Gpa Out Of 4.0

Activities and Societies: ECSESS, EUS, .PSD, POWE, Engineering Games Competition Electical, Computer, and Software Engineering Student.

Diploma Of College Studies In Science, Pure And Applied Science, 92.84% Overall (R Score Of 36.716)

Activities and Societies: Volunteer kiosk manager educating students on subjects such as politics, pollution, climate change, and fair.